In Which of the Following Ways Does Empirical Research Support

question 20

Multiple Choice

In which of the following ways does empirical research support small differences in leadership styles and effectiveness between men and women?

• A) Women are less effective in leading than men
• B) Women are slightly more effective than men in more feminine leadership positions
• C) Men use more democratic and participatory styles than women
• D) Men are slightly more effective than women in more masculine leadership positions

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Definitions:

Authoritarian Parents

Parents who enforce strict rules and expect obedience without questioning, often leading to a more obedient but less happy child.

Permissive-indulgent Parenting

A style of parenting characterized by high responsiveness and low demandingness, where parents are nurturing and accepting yet provide few guidelines and rules.

Self-confidence

A belief in one's own abilities and judgment, often associated with a positive self-image and self-esteem.

Sibling Conflicts

Disagreements, rivalries, or fights between siblings, which are a normal part of sibling relationships but can also affect social development and family dynamics.