Which Scenario Is an Example of Instrumental Aggression

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which scenario is an example of instrumental aggression?

• A) Tony pushes Joyce out of the way so that he can get to the swing first.
• B) Abe does not allow Justin to play ball with the other children.
• C) Amy tells Diana that she wants the paint brush that Diana is using.
• D) Natalie pushes Yolanda as she walks by her because Yolanda said something mean about Natalie's sister.

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Definitions:

Symbiosis

Relationship that occurs when two different species live together in a unique way; it may be beneficial, neutral, or detrimental to one or both species.

Community

A group of interacting living organisms sharing a populated environment, which can include various species in a specific area.

Competition

Results when members of a species attempt to use a resource that is in limited supply.

Secondary Succession

The process of ecological regeneration that occurs in an environment where a disturbance has destroyed a pre-existing community but left the soil intact.