What percentage of women between the ages of 21 and 54 consider their mother one of their best friends?
39 percent
56 percent
71 percent
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Wrong Answer
Changing dynamics between mothers and daughters mean a greater number of women -- 71 percent, in fact -- consider friendship an important component of the relationship.
For the mother of a young or adolescent girl, over-emphasizing friendship in the relationship can have what negative effect?
the blurring of boundaries
making the mom seem less cool
spoiling the daughter
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When a mother puts a greater emphasis on friendship than parenting, it can be confusing to the daughter and cause a reduction in structure and guidance for her.
What's the name of the trend in which mothers mimic the fashion, shopping and pop-culture choices of their adolescent daughters?
twin moms
copycat moms
daughter doppelgangers
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Copycatting isn't just for serial killers and classroom test cheats. In a misguided attempt to regain youthfulness, some mothers are dressing and acting like their teens.
What percentage of moms think mothering a daughter is more fraught with conflict than mothering a son?
30 percent
50 percent
90 percent
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While it can at times be joyous and rewarding, 90 percent of moms can tell you that mother-daughter relationships also run the risk of being contentious.
What pair of inanimate objects best represents communication between a mother and daughter?
spoons
end tables
chairs
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A pair of chairs can be back to back, face to face or side by side, representing a mother and daughter's refusal to communicate, agreement to communicate or agreement to move forward together.
