Jeff enjoys playing video games on a regular basis, and the more realistic the violence in the combat video games he plays, the more he enjoys it. Because the games in which he is actively engaged are so realistic, you predict
A) Jeff will act more aggressively just after playing, but not for long.
B) Jeff will commit acts of violence toward his friends that match the violence in the games he plays.
C) Jeff will act more aggressively for several minutes after playing.
D) Jeff will not act more aggressively than he did before playing his games.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The question asks for a prediction based on Jeff's enjoyment of realistic violence in combat video games. Research studies have shown that playing violent video games can lead to short-term increases in aggressive behavior, as the arousal and excitement from the game can carry over into real-life interactions for several minutes. Therefore, choice C is the best answer as it predicts that Jeff will act more aggressively for several minutes after playing. Choices A and B are too extreme and unlikely, and choice D contradicts the well-established effects of violent video game play.

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