Multiple Choice
Marcy has a habit of taking toys from her sister. Which of the following would be the best way for Marcy's parents to correct this bad habit?
A) Ignore this habit since all children go through a phase of intense "sibling rivalry."
B) Reprimand her for taking her sister's toys, but reward her for cooperative play and sharing toys with her sister.
C) Give her a spanking to immediately eliminate this selfish behavior and then a 30-minute time out to think about her transgression.
D) Use a severe response cost that would include giving several of her own toys to her younger sister or to charity.
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