Which of the Following Is True of How Parents' Work

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of how parents' work affects the development of their children?

• A) The nature of the parents' work is a more important determinant of children's development.
• B) Children of working mothers are less likely to develop a secure attachment to their parents.
• C) Children (especially girls)of working mothers engage in more gender stereotyping.
• D) Whether one or both parents work outside the home is critical to children's development.

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Definitions:

Maximizing

The strategy of choosing the best possible alternative from a set of options to ensure the highest level of satisfaction or utility.

Framed

In psychology, refers to the way information is presented to individuals, influencing their decisions and perceptions based on the context or "frame" used.

Satisficing

A decision-making strategy that involves choosing an option that meets a minimum level of satisfaction rather than the optimal solution.

Satisficing Strategy

A decision-making strategy that aims for a satisfactory or "good enough" solution rather than an optimal one.