Children in one study observed a model acting aggressively against an adult-sized plastic Bobo doll. The children were then given an opportunity to imitate the model on their own, followed by an opportunity to demonstrate the aggressive acts for rewards. The study was designed to demonstrate
A) that aggression can be learned through classical conditioning.
B) the distinction between learning and performance.
C) that children will behave aggressively for rewards.
D) that children will not imitate aggressive acts unless they are rewarded.

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The study aimed to demonstrate the difference between learning (observing the aggressive model) and performance (imitating the behavior and demonstrating it for rewards). It did not focus on classical conditioning, rewards as the sole motivator for aggressive behavior, or the absence of imitation without rewards.

Children in One Study Observed a Model Acting Aggressively Against