Which of the Following Statements About Aggression Is True

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about aggression is true?

• A) Girls display overall rates of aggression that are much higher than boys.
• B) Highly aggressive children tend to be neglected by peers.
• C) Children high in proactive aggression often see hostile intent where it does not exist.
• D) Boys are more likely than girls to be targets of harsh, inconsistent discipline.

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