Defensiveness can
show a lack of emotion.
be a learner mind-set.
be a reflecting statement.
cause emotional hijacking.

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Correct answer: cause emotional hijacking.

Explanation: Defensiveness tends to trigger strong emotional responses (fight/flight), which can hijack rational thinking and derail communication. It is not a learner mindset, not a reflective statement, and typically does not indicate a lack of emotion.