Question

question 40
1 pts
parents of low socioeconomic status may use \commanding without explanation\ because...

they would rather not talk to their children.

it requires less time and effort than other methods.

it is less efficient than other methods.

they are under less stress than parents of higher socioeconomic statuses.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• The first option ("they would rather not talk to their children") is incorrect as there's no indication low - SES parents avoid talking to their children.
• The second option ("it requires less time and effort than other methods") is correct. Low - SES parents often face time and resource constraints. Commanding without explanation is a quick way to get a child to comply, as it doesn't involve the more time - consuming process of reasoning or negotiating.
• The third option ("it is less efficient than other methods") is wrong. Efficiency here is about getting compliance, and commanding without explanation can be efficient in terms of time (even if not in building understanding), and the statement contradicts the likely reason for using this method.
• The fourth option ("they are under less stress than parents of higher socioeconomic statuses") is incorrect. Low - SES parents typically face more stress due to financial, work - related, and other challenges.

Answer:

B. it requires less time and effort than other methods.