Which parenting style is characterized by a "hands-off" approach where there are few rules and children make nearly all decisions for themselves?
authoritarian
permissive
democratic
all of the above
question 31(multiple choice worth 1 points)
parents can to ensure their children's safety and security by
providing a home that is free of abuse
only placing them in the secondary care of trusted individuals
keeping them away from potentially hazardous household objects
all of the above
question 32(multiple choice worth 1 points)
a nurturing
may severely neglect his or her own needs in service to the child's needs
expects more from his or her child than is typical for the child's age and level of development
looks for ways to enforce discipline without the use of unnecessarily harsh punishments
all of the above
question 33(multiple choice worth 1 points)
which of the following is an indirect cost of raising a child?
shelter
food
lost wages due to time missed from work
all of the above
question 34(multiple choice worth 1 points)
which parenting style is characterized by parents presenting themselves as the absolute authority in all matters?
authoritarian
permissive
democratic
all of the above
question 35(multiple choice worth 1 points)
the education of a child includes
things the child learns in the home from observing his or her parents
things the child learns in school
postsecondary education
all of the above
question 36 (true/false worth 1 points)
toddlers generally have very good communication skills, and parents can expect them to understand their expectations.
true
false
question 37 (true/false worth 1 points)
in situations where unwanted behavior is age-appropriate and not a threat to the child or others, parents are often better off ignoring the behavior.
true
false
question 38 (true/false worth 1 points)
the developmental stages that children experience have little effect on what parenting techniques a parent should use.
true
false
question 39(multiple choice worth 1 points)
what is a penalty that is given for a perceived or real fault?
guidance
discipline
punishment
all of the above
question 40(multiple choice worth 1 points)
what is one of the goals of the head start program?
preparing preschool-aged children for school
preventing teen drug and alcohol abuse
improving middle school-aged children's test scores
all of the above
question 41(multiple choice worth 1 points)
what is an example of guidance?
"don't run."
"stop yelling."
"slow down and walk carefully."
"don't be so loud."
question 42(multiple choice worth 1 points)
studies show that babies who have their needs met quickly when they cry are more likely to what?
be spoiled
develop personality disorders
cry more for attention
cry less and have a stronger sense of security
question 43(multiple choice worth 1 points)
a consequence should be related to what?
the behavior prompting the consequence
whatever will make the greatest impression
the child's favorite activity or toy
consequences should never be used
question 44(multiple choice worth 1 points)
positive parenting can begin when the child is how old?
infant
preschooler-aged
middle school-aged
teenage
question 45(multiple choice worth 1 points)
what is a short-term goal of discipline?
manage a child's behavior
make a child pay for his or her behavior
teach a child self-discipline
all of the above
question 46(multiple choice worth 1 points)
which age group is most likely to understand instructions?
babies
teens
toddlers
all children can understand instructions equally.
question 47(multiple choice worth 1 points)
what is true about discipline?
it reacts to behavior
it is about preventing misbehavior
it is only for teens and adults
it rarely uses consequences for behavior
question 48(multiple choice worth 1 points)
discipline means which of the following?
to punish
to teach
to love
to encourage
question 49 (true/false worth 1 points)
children raised in the permissive style of parenting are least likely to engage in high-risk behavior.
true
false
question 50 (true/false worth 1 points)
parents who invest a lot in their child financially can expect to earn back their investment later in life, when their children are able to comfortably support them in old age.