Question

what would be a way to manipulate someone into having a bad day?
send them a message telling them that you respect them.
leave them alone so they start their day how they want.
send a mean text to get them worked up.
offer to buy them something that they have been wanting.

Explanation:

Sending a mean text to get someone worked up is likely to cause distress and negatively impact their day. Respect messages, leaving someone alone to start their day as they want, and offering to buy something they want are generally positive actions.

Answer:

Send a mean text to get them worked up.