Marcus was competing in a high-stakes televised culinary competition. During the final round under intense time pressure, a rival contestant accidentally used Marcus’s prepared sauce, ruined it, and smirked at him. Marcus reacted aggressively by hurling a metal mixing bowl at the rival and shouting profanities. While this occurred, some members of the live studio audience cheered, and his social media following surged with fans praising his 'fiery passion' and 'no-nonsense attitude'. However, the show's producers immediately disqualified Marcus from the competition, stripped him of his prior title, and ordered him off the set.
Evaluate how operant conditioning and brain functioning could explain Marcus's aggressive behaviour. You must make reference to the context in your answer.
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