Antoine Prefers to Reason with His Children and Discuss the Limits

question 405

Multiple Choice

Antoine prefers to reason with his children and discuss the limits he sets. His children tend to be very friendly, self-reliant, and socially responsible. According to the research on parental styles, Antoine is exhibiting __________ parenting.

• A)authoritative
• B)authoritarian
• C)overly permissive
• D)neglectful

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