According to the Textbook, Which of the Following Is True

question 12

Multiple Choice

According to the textbook, which of the following is true about culture and parenting styles?

• A) Baumrind's typology has been shown to accurately capture parenting styles around the world.
• B) Parents in most non-Western contexts use permissive parenting styles.
• C) Parents in most non-Western contexts use neglectful parenting styles.
• D) Authoritative parenting styles lead to the best outcomes for children all over the world.
• E) Strong parental control is more associated with positive outcomes in East Asia than in the West.

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Definitions:

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