Which Statement About Parental Socialization of Sympathy and Prosocial Behavior

question 86

Multiple Choice

Which statement about parental socialization of sympathy and prosocial behavior is TRUE?

• A) Parental warmth and support appear to be sufficient to promote prosocial tendencies.
• B) The use of rewards and punishment is moderately effective at fostering altruism.
• C) Children who are often encouraged by their parents to engage in helpful activities often fail to internalize prosocial values as they become bored with or even rebel from these practices.
• D) The primary environmental influence on children's development of prosocial behavior is their socialization in the family.

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