Jeremy Is Watching a TV Program That Portrays Violence as Leading

question 144

Multiple Choice

Jeremy is watching a TV program that portrays violence as leading to success and popularity.This message may

• A) increase Jeremy's emotional sensitivity to violent acts.
• B) lower Jeremy's inhibitions against acting out hostile feelings.
• C) decrease aggressive urges by releasing pent-up frustrations.
• D) do all of these.

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