When it comes to child rearing, lower-class parents tend to focus more on

• A. Encouraging independence and exploration
• B. Getting their children to follow rules and obey authority
• C. Discipline and obedience
• D. Emphasizing academics

Answer: (B)

The main idea is that social class shapes parenting priorities, especially in how children are socialized to fit into institutions. Lower-class parents often emphasize discipline and obedience as a practical strategy for navigating schools and workplaces where rules and authority figures play a big role. This approach aims to instill respect for authority and a willingness to follow rules, which can be crucial in contexts with fewer resources and greater uncertainty.

This focus on following rules and obeying authority best captures what tends to be stressed in lower-class childrearing. In contrast, aspects like independence and exploration or a strong emphasis on academics are more associated with other parenting styles that rely on resources and opportunities more common in higher- or middle-class families.