Which of the following would be an operational definition of aggressive behavior?
a. the number of times a child hits a doll
b. the number of seconds that a person administers electric shock to another person
c. the physical force with which a parent hits a child
d. all of the above are possible operational definitions of aggressive behavior
Answer: D
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a. has no long-term adverse effects. b. is not toxic to the developing fetus since the placenta protects it from harm. c. is associated with low-birth weight and increased risk of stillbirth and infant mortality. d. is only a problem if the woman smokes; secondhand smoke holds no risk for the developing fetus.
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