Studies of rats that learn to go to the correct arm of a T-maze, or to press a lever for the opportunity to kill a mouse suggest that aggressive behavior:
A) itself may be reinforcing
B) occurs if it is rewarded
C) is caused by genetic predisposition in some rats
D) is influenced only by reinforcement

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Studies suggest that aggressive behavior itself may be reinforcing, meaning the act of engaging in the behavior can serve as a reward and increase the likelihood of its occurrence. Option B is not completely accurate, as not all studies have found that aggressive behavior is solely driven by external rewards. Option C and D are not supported by the given information.

Studies of Rats That Learn to Go to the Correct