Which of the Following Is NOT a Reason That 12-

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a reason that 12- to 14-year-old boys gave for playing violent video games?

• A) the social aspect
• B) to relieve anger and stress
• C) to meet girls
• D) to enjoy exciting new situations

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Smooth Consumption

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Future Earnings

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Behavioral Economists

Specialists in economics focusing on how psychological, emotional, cultural, and social factors influence the economic decisions of individuals and institutions.

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