All of the Following Are Reasons for Avoiding Spanking or Similar

question 112

Multiple Choice

All of the following are reasons for avoiding spanking or similar punishments EXCEPT:

• A) punishment points out what children shouldn't do, but doesn't offer any alternatives.
• B) punishment can instill fear, rage, and avoidance in children.
• C) spanking and yelling shows children that this is the way to handle conflict.
• D) spanking provides a release for the parents and allows them to calm down.

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