Which of the Following Examples Best Represents a Typical Relationship

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples best represents a typical relationship between an adolescent and his or her mother and father?

• A) Although Noelia fights often with her mother, she confides in her when she has issues with her friends. She is not as close to her father and mostly talks to him about her soccer team.
• B) Connor is closest with his father and goes to him for advice about his girlfriend. He doesn't spend much time with his mother, who tends to rely on his father for information.
• C) Bao is close to both her parents and spends about equal time with both her mother and father. She is likely to talk about emotional matters with either parent.
• D) Lishan is distant from both his parents. He does not confide in either parent and spends little time at home. Lishan is most likely to talk to his peers about emotional matters.

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