Eight-year-old James watches a lot of television, and his favorite programs are very aggressive. What do researchers generally think will be the effect of this frequent viewing of televised violence?
A. There is no expected impact of viewing televised aggression.
B. James will likely be less aggressive than those who watch fewer violent programs because he is able to get out his aggression through this viewing.
C. James will likely be more aggressive than those who watch fewer violent programs as television violence does tend to increase aggression in children.
D. There is no consensus among researchers regarding the effects of viewing televised aggression.
Answer: C
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