Motivation and Aggression: Understanding Frustration

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According to the frustration-aggression theory, what is the primary outcome of blocked goal-directed behavior?

A readiness to aggress (correct)

Improved self-esteem

Enhanced creativity

Increased motivation to achieve the goal

What was the finding of Rupert Brown and his colleagues' study on British ferry passengers?

Passengers were more anxious about their travel

Passengers were more friendly towards French people

Passengers were more aggressive towards French people (correct)

Passengers were indifferent to the blockade

What is the term for the redirecting of aggressive energy towards another target or oneself?

Denial

Displacement (correct)

Rationalization

Projection

What is the name of the theory that suggests frustration can trigger a readiness to aggress?

Frustration-Aggression Theory Signup and view all the answers

What can be an alternative response to frustration, according to Figure 10.2?

Withdrawal Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for displaced aggression, according to the Frustration-Aggression Theory?

Fear of punishment or disapproval Signup and view all the answers

According to Berkowitz's revised theory, what is produced when someone's frustration leads to anger?

An emotional readiness to aggress Signup and view all the answers

Why did Vice President Richard Cheney think most people in the world disagreed with America's launching of war?

They didn't experience 9/11 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that determines whether frustration leads to anger or irritation?

Whether the frustration is understandable Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of aggressive cues in Berkowitz's revised theory?

To release bottled-up anger Signup and view all the answers

According to the original frustration-aggression theory, what is the direct result of frustration?

Aggression Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between anger and irritation?

Understandability of the frustration Signup and view all the answers

What can increase the likelihood of aggressive behavior?

Encountering aggressive cues, such as the sight of a weapon Signup and view all the answers

What can be a result of playing with toy guns, according to the experiment mentioned?

More willingness to knock down another child's blocks Signup and view all the answers

What can combine with hostile thoughts and feelings to form a recipe for aggressive behavior?

Arousal and hostile thoughts and feelings Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of experiencing a frightening situation, according to the laboratory findings?

Increased arousal and romantic feelings towards one's partner Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can heighten arousal and potentially lead to aggressive behavior?

A frustrating, hot, or insulting situation Signup and view all the answers

What can trigger aggression by provoking hostile cognitions, hostile feelings, and arousal?

An aversive situation Signup and view all the answers