As Discussed in the Text, the Freudian Theory of Aggression

question 30

Multiple Choice

As discussed in the text, the Freudian theory of aggression ____.

• A) seems to be basically correct for describing hostile aggression, but does not account for instrumental aggression
• B) seems to be basically correct for describing same-sex, competitive forms of aggression, but does not account for other forms of aggression
• C) needs a major overhaul
• D) is basically right, but did not go far enough in specifying how people decide whether or not to act upon aggressive impulses

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Definitions:

Dartos Muscle

Layer of smooth muscle in the skin of the scrotum; contracts in response to lower temperature and relaxes in response to higher temperature; raises and lowers testes in the scrotum.

Epididymis

A coiled tube where sperm are stored and mature, located at the back of the testis.

Acrosome

Cap on the head of the spermatozoon, with hydrolytic enzymes that help the spermatozoon penetrate the ovum.

Androgen-Binding Protein

A protein that binds androgens (male sex hormones) and is involved in their transport and function within the body.