Instinct Theories of Aggression Would Have the Most Difficulty Accounting

question 72

Multiple Choice

Instinct theories of aggression would have the most difficulty accounting for

• A) silent and social aggression in animals.
• B) wide variations in aggressiveness from culture to culture.
• C) biochemical influences on aggression.
• D) unprovoked outbursts of aggression.

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Definitions:

Social Learning View

The theory that suggests people develop prejudice and stereotypes about members of various groups in the same way they learn other attitudes, beliefs, and values.

Prejudicial Attitudes

Biased opinions or feelings against a person or group without sufficient knowledge, often leading to unfair treatment.

Stereotyping

The act of assigning oversimplified or generalized characteristics to a group of people, ignoring individual differences.

Majority Culture

Majority culture refers to the cultural practices, values, and norms of the dominant group in a society, which often influence societal institutions and policies.