Which of the following accurately describes the developmental changes in aggressive behavior?
A)All forms of aggression become more frequent as children develop.
B)Instrumental aggression becomes less common as children develop.
C)Instrumental aggression emerges during the elementary-school years.
D)All forms of aggression become more common between the preschool years and adolescence.

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Research shows that instrumental aggression, which involves using aggression as a means to an end (e.g. to obtain a toy), tends to decrease as children develop. Other forms of aggression, such as reactive aggression (in response to perceived provocation) and relational aggression (using social exclusion, rumor spreading, etc.), may become more prevalent.

Which of the Following Accurately Describes the Developmental Changes in Aggressive