A key finding of research on aggression is that it is
A) controlled by the amount of testosterone a person has, which is why men are more aggressive than women.
B) controlled by the posterior hypothalamus, and if someone has a problem with excessive aggression, they probably have a malfunction there.
C) the result of a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors with different factors being most important under various circumstances.
D) a result of environment, and that children who are not exposed to violence will not be violent.

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Research on aggression has shown that it is not solely determined by biology or environment, but rather a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors. These factors can affect individuals differently depending on the circumstances, making it difficult to pinpoint a single cause of aggression. Therefore, option C is the best choice. The other options are oversimplified and do not accurately reflect the complexity of aggression.

A Key Finding of Research on Aggression Is That It