Linda has been caught throwing rocks at a neighbor's house. Her parents wish to stop this behavior through punishment. To be most effective, it would be best to have which of the following people administer the punishment?
A. A relative who is kind, but whom Linda does not know very well
B. Her father, who is usually cold and distant toward Linda
C. Punishment would be equally effective from any of these three people.
D. Her mother, who is usually nurturing and affectionate toward Linda
Answer: D
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