According to the research discussed in your textbook, which of the following is true regarding the effects of perceived threats on aggression?
A) College students' homicidal fantasies usually do not involve perceived threat.
B) Teenagers' everyday feelings of anger are often in response to perceived threat.
C) Perceived threat is largely unrelated to aggression.
D) African American male teenagers have much lower levels of perceived threat and aggression.
Answer: B
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