Mr. james incorrectly believes that people are constantly laughing at him and that fbi agents are trying to steal his savings. mr. james is most clearly demonstrating:
a. compulsions.
b. a word salad.
c. delusions.
d. hallucinations.

c. delusions.

Explanation:

Delusions: In abnormal psychology, the term delusion is defined as a rigid or stubborn belief through which an individual is formerly occupied and firmly holds, in the absence of any supporting evidence and logical absurdity related to the beliefs.

Symptoms: Angry, irritable, or low mood.

Types: Grandiose, Persecutory, Mixed, Somatic, and Erotomanic.

In the question above, Mr James is MOST clearly demonstrating delusions.

answer; i believe the correct answer is (general);

hello,

your answer is ready

i believe its either the first or third option but i'm leaning more towards the third option:

the first excerpt makes a logical appeal, while the second excerpt makes an emotional appeal.

your pal

~papaguy