Question

parenting
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which statement describes an example of irresponsible parenting?
a parent sets a regular nightly bedtime for a child.
a parent upsets his child by limiting time spent watching television.
a parent embarrasses her child by kissing him at school drop - off.
a parent leaves his young child home alone while he runs errands.
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Explanation:

Leaving a young child home alone is a clear example of irresponsible parenting as it puts the child at risk. Setting a bedtime, limiting TV (even if it upsets the child), and kissing at drop - off (even if embarrassing) are not irresponsible actions.

Answer:

A parent leaves his young child home alone while he runs errands.