The Four Parenting Styles Described in the Text Differ Along

question 71

Multiple Choice

The four parenting styles described in the text differ along two dimensions: warmth and control. The style associated with the most positive developmental outcome is best described as ________ in warmth and ________ in control.

• A) high; low
• B) low; low
• C) high; moderately high
• D) low; moderately high

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Definitions:

Concrete Level

Refers to tasks, ideas, or projects that are specific, definite, and detail-oriented, as opposed to abstract concepts.

Sensate Level

Refers to the capacity or level at which physical sensations or feelings are experienced and perceived.

Symbolic Level

The symbolic level refers to the dimension of human culture and communication where symbols (objects, actions, or words) carry specific meanings within a culture or subculture.

Abstract Level

A term referring to a high degree of summarization or generalization, dealing with ideas rather than concrete realities.