A friend regularly spanks his children to decrease their misbehavior. Which statement is most accurate in regard to using spanking as form of corporal punishment?
a. Spanking can be an effective method of punishment but carries risks of additional negative outcomes.
b. Spanking is an effective method of punishment and should always be used.
c. Spanking is not an effective method of punishment, so it should never be used.
d. The effects of spanking have not been well researched, so it should not be used.
Answer: A
Rationale: In multiple studies, spanking has been associated with poorer parent–child relationships and increased chances of children becoming victims or perpetrators of physical abuse in adulthood.
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