In Dodge's Social Information-Processing Theory, the First Step in an Aggressive

question 18

Multiple Choice

In Dodge's social information-processing theory, the first step in an aggressive encounter is to

• A)enact a response.
• B)encode and interpret social cues.
• C)generate problem-solving strategies.
• D)evaluate the likely effectiveness of response strategies.

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