Adam's parents insist that he follows the strict rules that they set up and is punished when he does not follow the rules. Adam's parents are using which parenting style?

A) authoritarian
B) authoritative
C) permissive
D) neglectful

Strict Rules

Regulations that are rigorously enforced or adhered to, allowing little flexibility or deviation from the norm.

Punished

The act of imposing a penalty or consequence for a disapproved behavior, intended to reduce or eliminate that behavior.

Authoritarian

A leadership or parenting style characterized by strict obedience, control, and a lack of responsiveness to the needs or opinions of others.