Children's personalities are to some extent the result of the cultures in which they've been raised.Which one of the following children is behaving in a way that is inconsistent with the typical expectations of his or her culture?
A)Lian, who is Chinese, is independent and outgoing.
B)Elena, who is Mexican American, quietly listens as her teacher explains a new procedure.
C)Hiroshi, who is Japanese, is quiet and willingly follows his teacher's instructions.
D)Stanley, whose Irish great-grandparents immigrated to New Jersey many years ago, eagerly speaks his mind whenever he has an opinion on a topic.

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Cultural norms in China traditionally emphasize collectivism and respect for authority, which often results in children being more reserved and less likely to exhibit independent and outgoing behavior compared to Western norms. Lian's behavior is inconsistent with these traditional expectations.

Children's Personalities Are to Some Extent the Result of the Cultures