In a Study of Family Dynamics of African-American Families by Kesner

question 131

Multiple Choice

In a study of family dynamics of African-American families by Kesner and McKenry, there were no differences between the children of single-parent families and two-parent families on measures of social skills and conflict-management styles. How did the researchers interpret their results?

• A) African-Americans generally are more supportive of single-parent families.
• B) African-Americans are more likely to have extended families that provide a network of support.
• C) A large number of the mothers in their study were never married; therefore, they never experienced the disruptions that accompany divorce.
• D) All of the answers are correct.

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