According to Talcott Parsons's understanding of the different roles that family members play,which of the following examples could be associated with the expressive role?
A) a mother providing love, care, and affection to her husband and children
B) a father providing for his family by paying the rent and household bills
C) a grandmother babysitting her grandchildren while both parents work
D) a daughter refusing to do homework after school

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According to Talcott Parsons, the expressive role refers to providing emotional support, nurturing, and maintaining family connections. A mother providing love, care, and affection to her family is an example of fulfilling the expressive role. Options B and C are examples of instrumental roles, which involve providing financial and practical support to the family. Option D is not related to any family role.

According to Talcott Parsons's Understanding of the Different Roles That