Suppose That You Are Conducting a Blind Observation of a Group

question 144

Multiple Choice

Suppose that you are conducting a blind observation of a group of children as they work on a construction project,and you record the frequency and context of retaliatory aggressive acts.Later you learn that the children who committed the most acts of retaliation had been previously categorized as reactive aggressors.Given this scenario,under what circumstances did you record the most incidents of retaliation?

• A) The initial act involved unprovoked hostile aggression.
• B) The context for the initial act involved intentional ambiguity.
• C) The initial act involved accidental physical contact.
• D) The context for the initial act involved relational intent.

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Definitions:

Constructive Relationship

A type of relationship characterized by positive, supportive interactions that contribute to the personal growth and well-being of the individuals involved.

Constructively

In a way that is helpful, positive, or beneficial, often contributing to the improvement or development of something.

Selfishly

Acting with primary concern for one's own interest or benefit, often at the expense of others.

Overstating

The action of exaggerating or making something seem more important or significant than it actually is.