One of the main differences between the original frustration-aggression hypothesis and the reformulated hypothesis is that
A) according to the newer version, only frustration can lead to aggression.
B) according to the newer version, frustration never leads to aggression.
C) according to the newer version, many types of unpleasant conditions can lead to aggression.
D) according to the newer version, frustration always leads to aggression.

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The original frustration-aggression hypothesis suggested that frustration was the only cause for aggression while the reformulated hypothesis acknowledges that other negative conditions such as pain, heat, and etc. can also lead to aggressive behavior. Therefore, the best choice is C which states that many types of unpleasant conditions can lead to aggression.

One of the Main Differences Between the Original Frustration-Aggression Hypothesis