Esma Believes That, with the Right Discipline, She Can Train

question 57

Multiple Choice

Esma believes that, with the right discipline, she can train her child to have good manners as early as age 1. Professor Abidi would MOST likely respond:

• A) "No-the ability to control oneself develops gradually during childhood."
• B) "Yes-if you provide the right reinforcements."
• C) "Possibly-if your child really wants to please you."
• D) "Yes-but only if your child is a girl."

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