In one study male participants were asked to braid either rope or the hair of a female mannequin. They were then given the opportunity to punch a punching bag. Findings show that braiding
A) rope primed masculinity and led to more forceful blows.
B) rope led to more forceful blows.
C) hair primed femininity and led to less forceful blows.
D) hair led to more forceful blows.
E) in general led to less aggression.
Answer: D
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