Two siblings have parents who are engaged in constant conflict with one another. Following such conflicts, Wei, the elder child, is often severely scolded by their mother, while Li is always comforted and cared for. The given scenario illustrates that parental conflict can be which of the following?
A) outcome of divorce
B) undercontrolled environment
C) nonshared environment
D) shared environment

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The scenario illustrates a nonshared environment because Wei and Li, despite being siblings and living in the same household, are experiencing different treatment from their parents following conflicts. This difference in their experiences within the same family environment is what defines a nonshared environment.

Two Siblings Have Parents Who Are Engaged in Constant Conflict