What Is One Way to Explain Why Some Stepchildren Do

question 61

Multiple Choice

What is one way to explain why some stepchildren do better than others?

• A)Stepchildren have undergone several family transitions.
• B)Stepparents use an authoritative parenting style.
• C)Stepfathers show less affection and supervise children less.
• D)The problems may reach back before the formation of a stepfamily.

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A chemical element with symbol O and atomic number 8, essential for respiration in animals and plants and a component of the Earth's atmosphere.

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The rate at which the body burns calories to sustain life, including processes such as breathing, circulation, and cell production.

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