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What is the main characteristic of the firstborn child according to the University of Georgia psychologists?
What is the main characteristic of the firstborn child according to the University of Georgia psychologists?
- Tendency to be rebellious and cheerful
- Likelihood to be a great negotiator and compromiser
- Desire to please parents and others by excelling in school or work (correct)
- Tendency to be loyal, agreeable, and the family peace-keeper
The firstborn child is the most likely to avoid leadership roles and not strive for achievement.
The firstborn child is the most likely to avoid leadership roles and not strive for achievement.
False (B)
What is the distinct characteristic of the youngest children based on the information provided?
What is the distinct characteristic of the youngest children based on the information provided?
- Tendency to be manipulative, social, and outgoing (correct)
- Tendency to be loyal, agreeable, and the family peace-keeper
- Tendency to follow rules and behave according to socially acceptable standards
- Preference for holding leadership roles and striving for achievement
According to the 2010 review of birth order literature, what is a common characteristic of middle children?
According to the 2010 review of birth order literature, what is a common characteristic of middle children?
According to the 2009 study, firstborn children are less likely to follow rules and behave according to socially acceptable standards.
According to the 2009 study, firstborn children are less likely to follow rules and behave according to socially acceptable standards.
The middle child tends to be selfish and unloyal, according to Leman.
The middle child tends to be selfish and unloyal, according to Leman.
The youngest child tends to be less creative and rebellious compared to their older siblings.
The youngest child tends to be less creative and rebellious compared to their older siblings.
Dr. Gail Gross advises parents to treat their kids the same way, without acknowledging their unique differences.
Dr. Gail Gross advises parents to treat their kids the same way, without acknowledging their unique differences.
