In a study of aggression in preschool children, each of three groups regularly saw one of three types of TV shows: aggressive programs (such as "Batman"), prosocial programs ("Mister Rogers' Neighborhood"), and neutral programs (such as Disney nature films). Aggressive behavior was then assessed. What was the dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is the variable being measured or observed in the study. In this case, it is the level of aggression in the preschool children, which is being assessed after exposure to different types of TV shows. Therefore, the dependent variable is "the children's level of aggression."

In a Study of Aggression in Preschool Children, Each of Three