Which of the following situations best illustrates instrumental aggression?
a. When Joe finds out that his favourite television show has been pre-empted, he pushes Carl, who just happens to be standing nearby.
b. After getting fired from her job, Marion yells at the neighbourhood kids who walk on her lawn.
c. Karen pinches Greta until she finally moves out of the way so that Karen can get to the computer.
d. Edith calls Alex a jerk when she finds out that he forgot her birthday.
Answer: c. Karen pinches Greta until she finally moves out of the way so that Karen can get to the computer.
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