The McDougals Use Harsh Discipline on Their Children and Demand

question 267

Multiple Choice

The McDougals use harsh discipline on their children and demand unquestioning obedience.Psychologists are likely to characterize the McDougals as ________ parents.

• A) authoritarian
• B) egocentric
• C) permissive
• D) authoritative

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