A child asks, "Why do I have to?" and his mother responds, "Because I'm the mother!" The woman is probably using __________.
A) social learning theory
B) the authoritarian pattern of child rearing
C) the permissive pattern of child rearing
D) the uninvolved pattern of child rearing

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The mother is using the authoritarian pattern of child rearing, which is characterized by strict rules and a lack of explanation or negotiation. The emphasis is on obedience and authority, with little consideration for the child's feelings or needs.

A Child Asks, "Why Do I Have To?" and His