Which of the following is an example of passive aggression, as it is defined in the text?

A. Bonnie doesn't want to go to her neighbor's party, so she takes so long to get ready for it that the party is over by the time she's done.
B. Tara is hurt when her brother forgets her birthday, so she deliberately "forgets" his.
C. Parker is angry with his mother so he ignores her calls and e-mail messages.
D. All the answers are correct.


Answer: D

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