Which of the following parenting behaviors can contribute to a child developing oppositional behaviors?
A) allowing the child to always voice his or her opinion
B) giving in when the child refuses to comply with parental wishes
C) maintaining firm limits with the child
D) expecting academic excellence from the child

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Giving in to a child's refusal to comply with parental wishes can reinforce oppositional behaviors. When the child learns that saying "no" or engaging in oppositional behavior results in them getting what they want, they are likely to continue this behavior in the future. Allowing the child to always voice his or her opinion can actually be beneficial and encourage open communication. Maintaining firm limits and expecting academic excellence are not necessarily contributors to oppositional behaviors.

Which of the Following Parenting Behaviors Can Contribute to a Child