Given the statistics on aggression in mass media, which of the following scenarios seems least likely to be depicted in the media?

A. Elementary school children bully a classmate for being shy, but the classmate eventually gets revenge.
B. A man who was abused by his ex-partner feels empowered after taking up boxing as a hobby.
C. A woman is tempted to intimidate an annoying neighbor, but decides to practice meditation instead.
D. A high-school football star uses his physical strength to protect others from potential bullies.


Answer: C

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