In the context of cross-cultural research, which of the following is true of parenting behaviors across various cultures?
a) Parenting beliefs and practices tend to be congruent with developmental goals dictated by culture.
b) In Western industrialized societies, it is considered disrespectful for children to speak without permission.
c) Despite differences in the overall goals of development, each culture has the same understanding of the adult competencies needed for adequate functioning.
d) Parents are the only socializing agents for children irrespective of the culture.
a
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a. strongly positive. b. strongly negative. c. moderate. d. nonexistent.
Available evidence suggests that children with which condition typically have a great deal of difficulty in developing theory of mind, which would allow them to understand jokes, figures of speech, and lying?
a. autistic spectrum disorders b. specific learning disabilities c. ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) d. genius-level intelligence
Research indicates that U.S. born Japanese Americans are field ______ and European Americans are field ______
a. dependent; dependent c. independent; dependent b. dependent; independent d. independent; independent
Physically active children benefit from exercise more than physically active adults benefit
Indicate whether the statement is true or false