Jon's parents are warm and sensitive. They hug him and praise him every day. His parents also are strict in rule setting. When Jon got his first bicycle, they sat down with him and talked about safety and the rules associated with bike riding. They asked Jon what he thought would be a fair distance to ride away from the house and together came up with a route he could take. What type of parenting style describes Jon's parents?

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Jon's parents are warm and sensitive, which indicates an authoritative parenting style. Additionally, they set rules and expectations while also involving Jon in the decision-making process, which is another characteristic of authoritative parenting.

Jon's Parents Are Warm and Sensitive