Which Statement About the Effects of Harsh Punishment Is True

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the effects of harsh punishment is true?

• A) Harshly treated children are rarely aggressive toward other children.
• B) Adults whose parents used corporal punishment tend to reject such discipline.
• C) A punitive adult is likely to punish with greater frequency over time.
• D) Harsh punishment causes children to be overly sensitive and empathetic.

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