Question

Although conflict between adolescents and parents over mundane matters (e.g., curfews, clothing) is generally _____ frequent in ethnic minority than in white families, the topics of disagreement are _____ across ethnic groups

Answer 1

Conflicts between adolescents and parents over mundane matters is generally LESS FREQUENT in ethnic minorities than in white families. The topics of disagreement are SIMILAR across ethnic groups. This is likely due to cultural differences but since adolescents almost all go through the same changes and challenges, the matters that are argued over between adolescents and parents are rather similar across all races.