In the West, a common sign of readiness for toilet training is when a child can stay "dry" for an hour or two during the day. This is in contrast to traditional cultures, where signs of readiness may be different and toilet training practices may vary. Views about toilet training have also changed over time in the West, with some experts now recommending a more child-led approach.

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In the West

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In the West,

A) most children show signs of readiness for toilet training by their first birthday.
B) views about toilet training have stayed the same over the last several decades.
C) children are toilet trained in a nearly identical way as their counterparts in traditional cultures.
D) a sign of being ready to begin toilet training is when the child can stay "dry" for an hour or two during the day.

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