Consider the following partial hypothesis: If frustration causes aggression,then....Which one of the following completes the statement by providing the best operational definition for the two concepts underlined?
A) Preschool children who are prevented from playing with a favorite toy will display aggressive behavior.
B) Preschool children who become frustrated will hit other children.
C) Preschool children who are prevented from playing with a favorite toy will hit other children.
D) Frustration among children leads to aggressive behavior.

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This choice provides a clear operational definition by specifying a situation that causes frustration (being prevented from playing with a favorite toy) and a measurable aggressive behavior (hitting other children).

Consider the Following Partial Hypothesis: If Frustration Causes Aggression,then