Matt, Who Is 2 Years Old, Reaches Over and Pulls

question 67

Multiple Choice

Matt, who is 2 years old, reaches over and pulls his mother's hair. She responds by saying "Don't do that. It hurts." What approach did Matt's mother use?

• A) an inductive technique
• B) a power-assertive method
• C) restrictive parenting
• D) a withdrawal of love method

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