Which of the following is true about aggression?

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Although girls are often considered more relationally and verbally aggressive, research shows that the sex difference is actually quite small. Studies have found that boys and girls engage in both physical and verbal aggression at similar rates. Option A is incorrect because research shows that proactive aggression generally declines from childhood to adulthood, but reactive aggression may increase in adolescence. Option C is incorrect because studies have found that physical aggression remains steady for both boys and girls after developing gender stereotypes. Option D is incorrect because studies have found that parents respond similarly to physical fighting in both boys and girls, but may be more likely to overlook or excuse physical aggression in boys.

Which of the Following Is True About Aggression