According to Your Textbook, Which of the Following Distinguishes the Parenting

question 68

Multiple Choice

According to your textbook, which of the following distinguishes the parenting of mothers in the U.S. from mothers in India and Guatemala?

• A) ​Mothers in the US rely primarily on verbal instructions, while mothers in India and Guatemala use verbal instructions combined with touches and gazes to guide children.
• B) ​Mothers in the US are more likely to use scaffolding, while mothers in India and Guatemala use will provide more assistance on tasks where assistance may not be needed.
• C) ​Mothers in India and Guatemala rely primarily on verbal instructions, while mothers in the US use verbal instructions combined with touches and gazes to guide children.
• D) ​Mothers in India and Guatemala are more likely to use scaffolding, while mothers in the US use will provide more assistance on tasks where assistance may not be needed.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by an individual who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values simultaneously.

Subjective Norm

The perceived social pressure to engage or not engage in a particular behavior, based on the individual's belief about what important others think they should do.

Belief Hypocrisy

The condition of holding beliefs that one's own behavior does not conform to, often leading to cognitive dissonance when recognized.

Cognitions

The mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, judging, and problem-solving.