Reviewers of Thousands of Studies Have Concluded That TV Violence

question 90

Multiple Choice

Reviewers of thousands of studies have concluded that TV violence __________.

• A) decreases the likelihood of hostile emotions, but increases the likelihood of aggressive behavior in viewers
• B) has a negative impact on preschool children, but does not increase aggression in older children
• C) is common on nighttime programming, but perpetrators are almost always punished
• D) increases the likelihood of hostile thoughts and aggressive behavior in viewers

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Definitions:

Verbal Communication

The use of spoken or written words to convey a message or exchange information between individuals or groups.

Nonverbal Communication

Involves the transmission of messages or information between individuals through visual, auditory, tactile, and kinesthetic means without using words.

Nonverbal Cues

These are the unspoken signals or gestures used in communication to convey feelings, intentions, or information without the use of words.

Verbal Cues

Elements of spoken language, such as tone, pace, and volume, that provide additional context or meaning beyond the actual words spoken.