Based on the Principles of Social Learning Theory, Which of the Following

question 29

Multiple Choice

Based on the principles of social learning theory, which of the following measures is most likely to be successful in teaching a child to act nonviolently?

• A) Punishing the child physically for acting aggressively
• B) Exposing the child to older models who are punished harshly for acting aggressively
• C) Exposing the child to older models who act non-aggressively in response to provoking situations
• D) Teaching the child how to displace frustrations and anger in safe, socially acceptable ways, such as by hitting a punching bag or role-playing a desired outcome

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