Jocelyn is a kickboxing instructor who believes that physical aggression is best reduced via catharsis. Which action will contradict Jocelyn's theory and make aggression worse?
A. Have students watch a TV show where a character gets physical revenge.
B. Have students attack dolls wearing the faces of people that angered them earlier.
C. Have students imagine they are punching someone that angered them earlier.
D. Explain to students the real-life consequences of violence.
Answer: B
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