Many Stepfathers and Stepchildren Eventually Form Harmonious,close Relationships

question 249

Multiple Choice

Many stepfathers and stepchildren eventually form harmonious,close relationships.How does this happen?

• A) The stepfather brings home gifts frequently and establishes weekly allowances.
• B) The stepfather completely ignores his stepchildren until they are ready to approach him.
• C) The stepfather acts warmly and openly to his stepchildren and does not immediately try to assert stern authority.
• D) The stepfathers assert themselves immediately so that the stepchildren know who the disciplinarian is.

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

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