Children in One Study Observed a Model Acting Aggressively Against

question 48

Multiple Choice

Children in one study observed a model acting aggressively against a Bobo doll. The children were then given an opportunity to imitate the model on their own, followed by an opportunity to demonstrate the aggressive acts for rewards. The study was designed to demonstrate

• A) that aggression can be learned through classical conditioning.
• B) the distinction between learning and performance.
• C) that children will behave aggressively for rewards.
• D) that children will not imitate aggressive acts unless they are rewarded.

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