Scientists Who Study the Effects of Media Violence on Aggressive

question 87

Multiple Choice

Scientists who study the effects of media violence on aggressive behavior have concluded that _____.

• A) exposure to media violence only increases the likelihood of violent behavior immediately following exposure
• B) exposure to media violence increases the likelihood of violent behavior both immediately and over the long run
• C) media exposure is both a necessary and sufficient cause of violent behavior
• D) young children and adolescents are more influenced by media violence than other age groups

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