Ingrid is German and the mother of a 4-month-old.Sidone is from a small village near Kumbo, Cameroon, and is the mother of a 3-month-old.Which is the most likely difference between these mothers?

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Research has shown that cultural differences can affect parenting behaviors. Specifically, in some African cultures, direct eye contact and pointing are considered impolite or even disrespectful. Therefore, Sidone is more likely to use less gazing and pointing behaviors compared to Ingrid. The other choices are less likely to differ based on cultural background.

Ingrid Is German and the Mother of a 4-Month-Old