Emma Regularly Watches Violent Television Programs

question 101

Multiple Choice

Emma regularly watches violent television programs.In a particular scene in a soap opera,the protagonist accidentally spills water on the person seated next to him at the dinner table.After watching this scene,Emma concludes that the protagonist has done so intentionally.Whenever she hears words such as "shoot" and "target," she is reminded of killing someone.Emma has started recognizing aggressive words more quickly that she did earlier.In the context of psychology,this scenario illustrates ________.

• A)catharsis
• B)displacement
• C)cognitive priming
• D)relative deprivation

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Definitions:

Actus Reus

Latin for “guilty act”; a wrongful behavior that is associated with the physical act of a declared crime.

Wrongful Behavior

Actions or conduct that are illegal or morally unacceptable, often leading to legal consequences or social disapproval.

Liability

A legal responsibility or obligation, typically involving financial restitution.

Strict Liability

A legal doctrine that holds an individual or entity responsible for their actions or products, without the plaintiff needing to prove negligence or fault.