Which of the Following Statements About Sibling Rivalry in Middle

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about sibling rivalry in middle childhood is true?

• A) Sibling rivalry tends to decrease in middle childhood as siblings rely on each other for companionship.
• B) For same-sex siblings who are close in age, parental comparisons are more frequent, resulting in more antagonism.
• C) Single parents and parents with marital conflicts tend to be more careful about being fair to each individual child.
• D) To reduce sibling rivalry, siblings should strive to select the same athletic and extracurricular pursuits.

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