Research has shown that persistently aggressive children and adolescents
A) score, on average, 8 points lower in IQ than nonaggressive children and adolescents.
B) score lower in crystallized intelligence than fluid intelligence.
C) are especially deficient in verbal ability.
D) are highly verbal but lack practical problem-solving skills.

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Research has consistently found that persistently aggressive children and adolescents are particularly deficient in verbal ability, including language skills and verbal reasoning. They often struggle with communication, expression, and understanding of language, compared to their non-aggressive peers. This deficit in verbal ability is not related to IQ but is specific to language processing and performance. They may have average or above-average IQ scores, but their verbal abilities are usually below average.

Research Has Shown That Persistently Aggressive Children and Adolescents