Which statement is MOST likely to be true across a variety of cultures?
A) Children whose parents are dismissive of their negative emotions tend to be particularly emotionally negative.
B) Parents who tease their children and promote their expression of anger tend to do so without thoughts of the consequences of these practices.
C) Children who do not regulate their negative emotions well tend to have problems in their interpersonal relationships.
D) None of these statements is likely to be true across a variety of cultures.

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The statement that children who do not regulate their negative emotions well tend to have problems in their interpersonal relationships is supported by research across a variety of cultures. This suggests that it is a universal phenomenon and not specific to any particular culture. Options A and B may be influenced by cultural attitudes towards emotions and expression of emotion, which can vary across cultures. Option D is incorrect as there are likely to be some statements that would be universally true across cultures.

Which Statement Is MOST Likely to Be True Across a Variety