Authoritative parenting is different from authoritarian parenting ...

[SO00]

Authoritative parenting is different from authoritarian parenting in that ________.
 
  A) parents are more understanding in authoritarian parenting
  B) autonomy is more encouraged in authoritarian parenting
  C) lesser positive reinforcements are used in authoritative parenting
  D) verbal give-and-take is rarer in authoritarian parenting

Question 2

List out a few characteristics of successful stepfamilies.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

[katara]

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

1. Successful stepfamilies develop realistic expectations.
2. Adults in successful stepfamilies let children mourn their losses because they're sensitive to children's sadness and depression after their parents' divorce.
3. The adults in well-functioning stepfamilies forge a strong couple relationship.
4. Except when young children are present, the stepparent takes on a disciplinary role gradually.
5. Successful stepfamilies develop their own rituals.