Sibling Disputes Can Contribute to the Development of Role-Taking Skills

question 82

Multiple Choice

Sibling disputes can contribute to the development of role-taking skills, particularly when a parent

• A) intervenes to listen to both siblings and resolve the dispute
• B) intervenes to allow each sibling to have his or her say and prompts them to resolve the conflict
• C) backs off to allow siblings to generate their own solutions without adult input
• D) takes turns by favoring each sibling half the time

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Definitions:

Leks

Social systems or gatherings in some species where males congregate to engage in competitive displays and courtship behavior to attract mates.

Sage Grouse

A species of grouse native to sagebrush ecosystems of western North America, known for their elaborate courtship rituals.

Fiddler Crabs

A type of crab known for their sexually dimorphic claws, where males possess one enlarged claw used for communication and contests during mating rituals.

Oxytocin

Posterior pituitary hormone that acts on smooth muscle of the reproductive tract and breasts.