Arnold is at the company party and has had too much to drink. He releases all of his pent-up aggression by yelling at his boss, who promptly fires him. Arnold normally would not have yelled at his boss, but after drinking heavily he yelled because _______

a. parties are places where employees are supposed to be able to "loosen up"
b. alcohol inhibits brain centers that control the perception of loudness
c. alcohol makes people less concerned with the negative consequences of their behavior
d. alcohol is a stimulant


Answer: c

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