Recall two longitudinal studies that each examined a single trait in childhood and examined its relation to later outcomes in life: the study of childhood aggressiveness by Huesmann et al. (2009)and the study of childhood "delay of gratification" by Mischel et al. (1988).Which of the following best summarizes the results of those studies?

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Both studies found that childhood traits were predictive of important outcomes later in life. The study by Huesmann et al. (2009) found that childhood aggressiveness was associated with increased risk for aggression, delinquency, and other negative outcomes in adulthood. The study by Mischel et al. (1988) found that delay of gratification was predictive of academic and social success in adulthood. Therefore, choice A is the best summary of the results of these studies.

Recall Two Longitudinal Studies That Each Examined a Single Trait