Of the Following Family Characteristics, Which Is the LEAST Likely

question 76

Multiple Choice

Of the following family characteristics, which is the LEAST likely to be associated with higher IQ scores in the children?

• A) Encouraging children to be self-reliant and express their curiosity
• B) A warm and supportive environment
• C) Parents who are strict and demanding
• D) Providing a variety of learning experiences

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Definitions:

Piaget's Theory

A developmental theory by Jean Piaget that outlines how children's cognitive abilities progress through four stages from infancy to adolescence.

Abstract Reasoning

The ability to analyze information, detect patterns and relationships, and solve problems on a complex, abstract level.

Moral Development

The growth of an individual's understanding of the principles and values that guide responsible behavior.

Lawrence Kohlberg

A psychologist best known for his theory of the stages of moral development, which describes how individuals evolve in their understanding of morality.