Malcolm, a Senior Editor at a Publishing House, Often Criticizes

Multiple Choice

Malcolm, a senior editor at a publishing house, often criticizes his subordinates loudly in front of other colleagues even when the subordinates are not at fault. This embarrasses and humiliates them. He also unnecessarily swears and talks at elevated tones while expressing himself. It is evident that Malcolm exhibits _____ at his workplace.

A) subordinate defensiveness
B) passive behavior
C) submissive behavior
D) dominant defensiveness