The most independent, competent, and socially responsible children are generally those who are raised by parents using the __________.

A) authoritative pattern of parenting, in which the child's point of view is taken into account
B) permissive pattern of parenting, in which few demands are placed on the child, allowing her to become more independent
C) authoritarian style of parenting, in which the child's behavior is strictly controlled leading her to become more responsible
D) authoritative pattern of parenting, in which few demands are placed on the child, allowing her to become more independent