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imanialler

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on: Jun 19, 2018
Kevin is mugged at gunpoint in the park while walking his dog. He was so overcome with fear that he unconsciously pushes the traumatic experience out of his awareness. Kevin appears to be utilizing which ego defense mechanism?
 
  a. Repression
  b. Denial
  c. Suppression
  d. Rationalization

Question 2

When Stacey's husband has had a frustrating day at work, he is easily irritated and sometimes screams at her. According to Freud, when Stacey's husband yells at her, he is employing the defense mechanism known as ____.
 
  a. displacement
  b. rationalization
  c. sublimation
  d. repression


chem1s3

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Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANSWER:
a

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER:
a


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