Which of the following is true of the norm of physical punishment that involves children?

A. It dissuades children from using violence to defend themselves or assert their rights.
B. It decreases the likelihood of aggressive behavior, delinquency, and antisocial behavior by children.
C. It leads children to conform to their parents' expectations in the long term.
D. It is associated with violent crimes in adulthood, which are related to the severity of abuse.


Answer: D

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