Which of the following examples best illustrates a child using effortful control.
A) June knows she should not talk out of turn in class, but when she gets excited she cannot help herself.
B) Ben does not like the other kids in his class and often teases them during recces.
C) Allison likes to laugh when other kids get in trouble in class, however she knows this will hurt their feelings, therefore she holds her tongue and does not laugh.
D) Logan loves hanging out with friends after school and gets angry when he looses the privilege to do so.

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Allison is aware of the impact of her actions on others and uses effortful control to regulate her behavior and avoid hurting others' feelings.

Which of the Following Examples Best Illustrates a Child Using