Austin is a very aggressive child who watches a lot of violent programs on television.Research has found a statistically significant,positive correlation between watching television and behaving aggressively.Based on this correlational evidence,which statement is true about Austin's aggression?

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Correlation does not equal causation, so we cannot definitively say that watching violent programs on television caused Austin to behave aggressively (option A). Additionally, there could be other factors influencing Austin's aggression and his preference for violent shows, such as genetics, upbringing, or peer influence (option D). Option B is also unlikely, as aggression can be learned behavior and not solely innate. Finally, we cannot definitively say that if Austin's parents refused to let him watch violent shows, he would stop behaving aggressively (option C), as there could still be other factors at play.

Austin Is a Very Aggressive Child Who Watches a Lot