Question

Sixteen-year-old Bernard wants to go on a three-day trip with his friends, some of whom are female. He tells his parents about the trip and asks if he can go. If Bernard's parents typically use an authoritarian parenting style, which one of the following responses is most likely?

a. "Absolutely not! Case closed."
b. "Do whatever you want. You're getting old enough to decide for yourself in situations like this."
c. "Let's sit down and discuss this. We're not sure it's a good idea, but we'd like to hear about the details."
d. "We don't think it is a good idea, but if you really want to go, then do it."

Answer 1

a. "Absolutely not! Case closed."

Step-by-step explanation:

If Bernard's parents typically use an authoritarian parenting style, the response that is most likely is "Absolutely not! Case closed." Parents with an authoritarian parenting style will have high demands. The rules are unconditional and have to be obeyed without any complaint. Punishment is harsh. The feedback they give to their children is often negative. Is the most controlling style and children are supposed to adhere to authority.