Parents who established an authoritative style during the early years often find child-rearing easier in middle childhood because this style fosters independence, self-discipline, and cooperation in children.

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In Middle Childhood

Question 104

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In middle childhood,

A) the amount of time children spend with parents increases dramatically.
B) child rearing becomes easier for parents who established an authoritative style during the early years.
C) the issues parents must deal are similar to the issues they dealt with during the preschool years.
D) effective parents retain adult control, while ineffective parents shift control from adult to child.

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