Which scenario is an example of instrumental aggression?
A) Tony pushes Joyce out of the way so that he can get to the swing first.
B) Abe does not allow Justin to play ball with the other children.
C) Amy tells Diana that she wants the paint brush that Diana is using.
D) Natalie pushes Yolanda as she walks by her because Yolanda said something mean about Natalie's sister.

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Instrumental aggression involves using aggression as a means to an end, such as achieving a goal or gaining access to a desired object. In this scenario, Tony is using physical aggression (pushing) to achieve his goal of getting to the swing first.

Which Scenario Is an Example of Instrumental Aggression