Which statement is supported by research on viewing television violence?
A) Violent programming creates short-term increases in aggression, but does not have lasting negative effects.
B) Aggressive children have a greater appetite for violent media than nonaggressive children.
C) Older children are more likely than preschool and young school-age children to imitate TV violence.
D) Violent television has a negative effect only on children who are already highly aggressive.
Answer: B
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