Psychological researchers believe that sudden murderers explode into violence because they
a. are quiet and overcontrolled.
b. probably suffer from brain damage.
c. were habitually aggressive since childhood.
d. are essentially schizophrenic.
ANSWER: a
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defining each, suggesting a major developmental task for each, and stating the ages when the stage occurs. What will be an ideal response?
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