How do I know how my cat will react to me getting another cat?

How do I know how my cat will react to me getting another cat?
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It usually doesn’t turn out so well. I’ve tried getting some kittens/cats from different litters to come together, but it always resulted in hostile behaviour. Cats are jealous by nature.
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