On the Basis of Interviews and Observations of Predominantly White

question 34

Multiple Choice

On the basis of interviews and observations of predominantly white, middle-class preschoolers and their parents, Diana Baumrind and her colleagues found that children of authoritative parents:

• A) appeared more self-reliant, self-controlled, willing to explore, and content than children of authoritarian and permissive parents.
• B) tended to be relatively immature and had difficulty controlling their impulses than children of authoritarian and permissive parents.
• C) tended to lack social competence in dealing with other children than children of authoritarian and permissive parents.
• D) tended to withdraw from social contact and were less likely to take the initiative than children of authoritarian and permissive parents.

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Definitions:

Universal Causality

The principle that every event or state of affairs is determined by preceding events according to consistent laws.

David Hume

An 18th century Scottish philosopher, famous for his skepticism and empiricism.

Systematic Understanding

Comprehensive comprehension structured through organized and logical reasoning, often used in scientific and philosophical contexts.

Knowledge

Expertise or know-how developed through learning or direct involvement; a grasp of a subject matter, whether through academic means or real-world practice.