Relational aggression refers to an act of
A) physical aggression intended to enhance a person's social standing or relationship.
B) verbal aggression intended to enhance a person's social standing or relationship.
C) physical or verbal aggression intended to enhance a person's social standing or relationship.
D) physical or verbal aggression intended to harm a person's social standing or relationship.

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Relational aggression refers to using social exclusion, gossip, rumors, and manipulation to damage a person's social relationships, status, or self-esteem. It is intended to harm someone's social standing or relationship, rather than enhancing it. Therefore, the best choice is D.

Relational Aggression Refers to an Act of