Research shows that viewing a violent act on television
A)serves as a direct cause of violent behavior in most cases.
B)serves as a direct cause of violent behavior in just under half the cases.
C)can be a contributing factor to any subsequent imitation of a violent act.
D)can have a small, selective perception value.
E)has no relationship to violent behavior.

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Research suggests that viewing violent acts on television can contribute to subsequent imitation of those acts in some cases. However, it is not a direct cause of violent behavior in most cases, as there are many other factors that can contribute to violent behavior. Additionally, while there may be some selective perception value to viewing violence on television, it is not likely to have a major impact on behavior.

Research Shows That Viewing a Violent Act on Television