Which of the following is true concerning Bandura's classic "Bobo" doll study?

A) Exposure to aggressive models led to increased aggression in children.
B) Exposure to aggressive models did not influence levels of aggression in children.
C) Exposure to aggressive models led to decreased levels of aggression in children.
D) Exposure to nonaggressive models led to increased levels of aggression in children.


Answer: A
Rationale: In Bandura's classic study, groups of children watched an adult attack a "Bobo" doll, while another group of children watched adults who did not attack the doll. Children who watched adults attack the doll did likewise when given the opportunity, in some cases even imitating the specific attack methods used by the adults. The other children did not attack the doll.

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