Which statement about research on the use of corporal punishment is true?
a) Longitudinal studies report that use of physical punishment decreases the likelihood of bullying and delinquency in adolescence.
b) African Americans’ use of physical punishment in early childhood was related to becoming less aggressive and antisocial in adolescence.
c) Research suggests use of physical punishment in traditional cultures results in unproductive, mentally unstable adults.
d) White children subjected to physical punishment has beenassociated with those children becoming well-adjusted, sociallycompetent adolescents.
Answer: b
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