Jane often yells and swears in her car when she sees reckless drivers. Will these outbursts help her forget about the other drivers?

A. Yes. Letting a little anger out serves as a release valve to reduce pressure.
B. The research suggests no result either way from such "venting."
C. Yes. That moment of feeling good has a soothing power to calm anger.
D. No. Her anger will increase.


Answer: D

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