Aggression

Question 1

According to the frustration-aggression principle, what is the relationship between frustration and aggression?

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Frustration often leads to aggression.

Question 2

Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows.Paul watches a lot of violent television. When he goes to school, he is usually anxious because he believes that the other students may attack him. His constant agitation prevents him from concentrating in class.Which of the following effects is most likely responsible for Paul’s behavior?

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victim effect

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of hostile aggression?

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kicking someone during a heated argument

Question 4

Instinct theory holds that aggression is a biologically adaptive trait.

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Question 5

Which of the following is an example of instrumental aggression?

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holding up a bank (bank robbery)

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of violence?

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Julia, a child, shoves the new girl at school out of the way in order to get on the swings.

Question 7

Some researchers claim that aggression is similar to motivational states like hunger and thirst.

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