Which of the Following Is True About Harsh Punishment

question 100

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about harsh punishment?

• A) Although corporal punishment spans the SES spectrum, its frequency and harshness are elevated among the educated and economically advantaged parents.
• B) A punitive adult is likely to punish with greater frequency over time because harsh punishment gives adults immediate relief.
• C) Adults whose parents used corporal punishment are less accepting of such discipline because they've seen the consequences firsthand.
• D) There is no evidence that heredity contributes to the link between punitive discipline and children's adjustment difficulties.

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