Jeremy is watching a TV program that portrays violence as leading to success and popularity.This message may
A) increase Jeremy's emotional sensitivity to violent acts.
B) lower Jeremy's inhibitions against acting out hostile feelings.
C) decrease aggressive urges by releasing pent-up frustrations.
D) do all of these.

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If Jeremy is continually exposed to this TV program, it is likely that he may start to believe that violence is an acceptable method for achieving success and popularity. This belief may lower his inhibitions against acting out in a hostile manner.

Jeremy Is Watching a TV Program That Portrays Violence as Leading