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A comprehensive overview of human development across the lifespan, covering key concepts, theories, and stages. It explores the science of development, prenatal development, early childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and late adulthood. Multiple-choice questions with explanations, enhancing understanding and promoting critical thinking.
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A. To prevent changes across the lifespan B. To study the changes and consistencies in individuals over time C. To establish a universal theory of development D. To focus exclusively on the nature side of the nature vs. nurture debate
Answer : B Explanation : Developmental
science aims to understand how people grow and change while identifying consistencies across the lifespan. This includes physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development.
A. Developing a hypothesis based on previous studies B. Repeating a study to confirm or refute findings C. Testing multiple hypotheses at once D. Collecting data from diverse populations
D. Correlation does not involve hypotheses.
Answer : C Explanation : Correlation identifies a relationship between two variables but does not indicate a cause-and-effect link. For causation, controlled experiments are required.
A. Formation of the zygote and implantation in the uterus B. Rapid organ development and heartbeat detection C. Brain development and sensory awareness D. Onset of fetal movement
Answer : A Explanation : The germinal stage includes the creation of the zygote, cell division, and implantation into the uterine wall.
context of epigenetics?
A. Enhancing fetal growth B. Causing birth defects or developmental disorders C. Preventing implantation D. Increasing maternal health
Answer : B Explanation : Teratogens are substances or conditions that can harm prenatal development, leading to physical, cognitive, or behavioral issues.
A. Abstract reasoning B. Language acquisition C. Sensory experiences and motor interactions D. Social imitation
Answer : C Explanation : The sensorimotor stage (birth to 2 years) involves learning through direct physical interaction with the environment.
realization that objects exist even when not visible?
A. Deferred imitation
A. Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt B. Initiative vs. Guilt C. Trust vs. Mistrust D. Identity vs. Role Confusion
Answer : C Explanation : Erikson's first stage, trust vs. mistrust, occurs during infancy, focusing on whether caregivers meet the infant's needs consistently.
A. It is limited to innate talents. B. It requires deliberate practice and experience. C. It develops equally across all domains. D. It is unaffected by cultural or contextual factors.
Answer : B Explanation : Expertise develops through focused practice and the accumulation of domain-specific experience over time.
often through parenting or caregiving roles.
A. Avoiding social interaction B. Using technology exclusively C. Focusing on expertise in familiar areas
D. Ignoring age-related physical changes
Answer : C Explanation : Older adults often compensate for declines by relying on accumulated expertise and narrowing their focus to well- known areas.
hallmark symptom of Alzheimer’s disease?
A. Sudden improvement in memory B. Gradual decline in cognitive abilities and memory
