Mr. Tully, the principal at an all-boys boarding school, has instituted a number of policies in order to try to curb violence and aggression among his students. Based on the research in social psychology, which of these policies will probably be ineffective?
A) encouraging aggressive sports, so that students can release their aggression
B) restricting students' consumption of fried foods and sugary foods
C) banning violent television programs
D) banning violent video games

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Encouraging aggressive sports may actually increase aggression and competitiveness among the students. The research suggests that aggressive behavior can be reinforced by competitive and violent sports, rather than being released through them. The other choices (B, C, and D) are more likely to be effective in reducing violence and aggression, as research has shown that diet, media exposure, and exposure to violent video games can all contribute to aggressive behavior.

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