Which of the Following Statements Is Supported by Research on Viewing

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is supported by research on viewing television violence?

• A)Violent programming creates short-term increases in aggression,but does not have long-term negative consequences.
• B)Aggressive children have a greater appetite for violent TV programming than nonaggressive children.
• C)Older children are more likely than preschool and young school-age children to imitate TV violence.
• D)Violent television only has a negative effect on children who are already highly aggressive.

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