Which Statement Is Supported by Research on Sibling Rivalry

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which statement is supported by research on sibling rivalry?

• A) In middle childhood, siblings become more important sources of support than in the past, so sibling rivalry decreases.
• B) For opposite-sex siblings who are close in age, parental comparisons are more frequent, resulting in more antagonism.
• C) Destructive sibling conflict in middle childhood is associated with negative outcomes, including anxiety and depressed mood.
• D) To reduce rivalry, siblings often strive to be more alike, selecting the same athletic and academic pursuits.

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