According to your textbook, which of the following represents a reason why punishment will not always be effective in reducing or preventing aggressive behavior?
a. Because punishments are never strong enough.
b. Because punishments are too time-consuming to administer.
c. Because aggressive acts are often a function of controlled processing.
d. Because some types aggressive acts are a function of impulsive responses to a situation.
Answer: D
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