Which of the following statements is true regarding the cognitive factors involved in conduct disorder?

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Children with conduct disorder tend to consider a narrow range of responses to perceived provocation by others. They may have cognitive distortions and limited problem-solving skills, leading them to respond to perceived threats with aggression rather than alternative responses. Option A is incorrect because children with conduct disorder may perceive others as strong and intimidating rather than weak and submissive. Option B is incorrect because children with conduct disorder often have a sophisticated understanding of the world, but their behavior may be impulsive and reactive. Option D is incorrect because punishment tends to reinforce behavior in the short-term, but does not address the underlying cognitive factors involved in conduct disorder.

Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Cognitive