Eight-year-old Carlos and 9-year-old Theresa are arguing over a bag of candy. Which of the following statements most accurately reflects their probable response to intervention?
A) They will stop fighting if an adult threatens to spank them or put them in time out.
B) They will stop fighting in an adult's presence but will resume the argument once the adult leaves ?the room.
C) They will view a directive to stop fighting and share as right, regardless of who states it.
D) They will not listen to anyone because candy involves a primary motivator, and their desire for it is too strong to control their actions.

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At their age, Carlos and Theresa should be able to understand directives and rules related to sharing and taking turns. Therefore, they are likely to stop fighting if someone gives them a clear directive to do so. They may not comply immediately, but the intervention is likely to be successful in the long term. Additionally, they are at an age where they are developing a sense of right and wrong, and are likely to consider a directive to share as fair and just. Therefore, option C is the most accurate response.

Eight-Year-Old Carlos and 9-Year-Old Theresa Are Arguing Over a Bag