Chris's mother agrees to let him go out to a movie on the condition that he would finish his homework first.In this scenario, Chris's mother is an example of an ________ parent.
A) authoritarian
B) indifferent
C) uninvolved
D) authoritative

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An authoritative parent sets clear rules and expectations but also provides warmth, support, and reasonable flexibility. In this scenario, Chris's mother is allowing him to go out to a movie but only after he finishes his homework, which demonstrates a clear expectation and reasonable flexibility. Therefore, she is best described as an authoritative parent.

Chris's Mother Agrees to Let Him Go Out to a Movie