According to social learning theory,people are aggressive because
A) they were born with aggressive tendencies and have no other choice.
B) the attainment of an important goal was blocked.
C) they learned there was a benefit to being aggressive.
D) they realize that others around them are superior to themselves.

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According to social learning theory, people learn aggressive behavior from observing and imitating others, as well as being reinforced for such behavior. If an individual learns that being aggressive is beneficial in achieving a desirable outcome, they are more likely to repeat that behavior in the future. Therefore, choice C is the best explanation.

According to Social Learning Theory,people Are Aggressive Because