The text described a survey that asked a representative sample of middle-school students to respond to 17 motives for playing violent video games on a four-point scale. Surprisingly, about 20% of boys indicated that they liked to play these games in order to
A) compete and win.
B) help get their anger out.
C) reduce boredom.
D) make friends and teach others.

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The correct answer is B) help get their anger out, as it reflects a common reason some individuals, including middle-school boys, might turn to violent video games, which is to channel their emotions or anger in a virtual environment.

The Text Described a Survey That Asked a Representative Sample