Jim watches a heavy dose of violent TV cop shows. According to research presented in the text, what is one likely outcome of this behavior? Jim will

a. feel indifferent when he hears a violent argument between his neighbors.
b. become more aware of his own violent behavior and try to stop it.
c. be less likely to recognize his own feelings of aggression.
d become more upset when he sees aggression that is not fictionalized.


Answer: A

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