Which of the Following Is True About Whether or Not

question 147

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about whether or not punishing aggression reduces aggressive behavior?

• A) Punishing aggressive behavior reduces its frequency.
• B) Punishment fails because it tells the target what not to do, but doesn't tell them what they should do instead.
• C) The mere threat of severe punishment for aggressive behavior reduces its frequency.
• D) Punishing aggressive behavior has no effect on its occurrence.

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