Farel's Research (Cited by Aulette)compared Children Whose Mothers Stayed Home

question 46

Multiple Choice

Farel's research (cited by Aulette) compared children whose mothers stayed home with children whose mothers were employed.The researcher divided the mothers into groups: those who were pleased with their role and those who were not.Which group of children scored lowest on several measures of social and cognitive development?

• A)Children of mothers who stayed at home and who believed that working outside the home would be detrimental for their children.
• B)Children of mothers who stayed at home but wished they had paid jobs.
• C)Children of working mothers who were happy with their jobs.
• D)Children of working mothers who did not like their jobs.

Understand the historical context and significance of the Fifteenth Amendment.

Recognize the difference between analytical and critical thinking skills.

Comprehend the concept of cognitive development stages and their impact on thinking.

Identify barriers to critical thinking, including denial and resistance.

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