James and William Are Discussing the Last Presidential Election

Multiple Choice

James and William are discussing the last presidential election.James,a Democrat,has made some very negative comments about Republicans and the way in which the campaign was conducted.William,a life-long Republican,has told James to tone it down,but this seems to encourage James to make even more negative comments.Eventually,William pushes James away and starts to throw a punch.This situation might best be seen as a case of ________.

A) bullying
B) catharsis
C) provocation
D) incompatible responses
E) instrumental aggression