Which Statement About Parental Socialization of Sympathy and Prosocial Behaviour

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which statement about parental socialization of sympathy and prosocial behaviour is TRUE?

• A)Parental warmth and support appear to be sufficient to promote prosocial tendencies.
• B)The use of rewards and punishment is moderately effective at fostering altruism.
• C)Children who are often encouraged by their parents to engage in helpful activities often fail to internalize prosocial values as they become bored with or even rebel from these practices.
• D)The primary environmental influence on children's development of prosocial behaviour is their socialization in the family.

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Definitions:

Tolerance for Ambiguity

An individual's ability to remain comfortable and composed when faced with unclear, uncertain, or indefinite situations.

Authoritarian Personality

A personality type characterized by a strong adherence to authority, conformity to established norms, and a preference for order and tradition over personal autonomy.

Right-Wing Authoritarianism

A personality and ideological framework characterized by a tendency to submit to authorities, adhere to societal conventions, and aggress against those who dissent or differ.

Uncritical Acceptance

The tendency to believe or accept something without questioning or evaluating it critically.