Isabella's parents are firm but are likely to reason with her and explain the consequences of her behaviour. In Baumrind's terms, Isabella's parents are:
A) authoritarian.
B) authoritative.
C) permissive.
D) indifferent.

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Baumrind's authoritative parenting style is characterized by high expectations of maturity from the child, but also involves a high level of warmth, responsiveness, and communication between the parent and child. Parents who reason with their children and explain the consequences of their behavior, as described in the scenario, are practicing authoritative parenting.

Isabella's Parents Are Firm but Are Likely to Reason with Her