The evidence about the effects of media violence suggests that:
A) the relationship between media violence and aggressive behaviour is complex and may work both ways.
B) media violence causes adolescents, but not children, to behave more aggressively.
C) viewing violence on TV causes children to be more aggressive and violent.
D) media violence has little or no effect on actual behaviour in children.

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The evidence shows that the relationship between media violence and aggressive behavior is complex and may work both ways. While there is a correlation between exposure to media violence and increased aggression, the extent of this relationship and the direction of causality remain unclear. Some studies suggest that aggressive children may be more likely to seek out violent media and that exposure to violence in the media may increase tolerance for violence rather than directly causing aggressive behavior. Therefore, option A is the best choice.

The Evidence About the Effects of Media Violence Suggests That