In an early experiment regarding the effects of violent media (Liebert & Baron, 1972), one group of young children watched an extremely violent episode of a police show. Another group watched an exciting, but not violent show
What were the results of this experiment?
a. The children who watched the police show were more aggressive with playmates.
b. The children who watched the non-violent show were more aggressive with playmates.
c. Both groups were equally aggressive with playmates.
d. Both groups were equally aggressive with their parents.
Answer: A
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