Question 1

Which research method in developmental psychology involves collecting data from the same individuals repeatedly over an extended period of time?

Accepted Answer

Longitudinal study

Question 2

A psychologist observes children at a playground to study their social interactions without interfering. Which research method is being used?

Accepted Answer

Naturalistic observation

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the normative approach in developmental psychology?

Accepted Answer

Studying average ages at which children reach specific developmental milestones

Question 4

Which domain of lifespan development focuses on learning, memory, language, and creativity?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive development

Question 5

A researcher wants to compare language development in 3-year-olds, 5-year-olds, and 7-year-olds at the same time. Which research design is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Cross-sectional

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of a developmental milestone?

Accepted Answer

A child learning to walk at 12 months

Question 7

According to the study materials, which of the following is NOT a domain of lifespan development?

Accepted Answer

Psychological

Question 8

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of discontinuous development?

Accepted Answer

A child suddenly being able to understand object permanence at a specific age

Question 9

In the nature versus nurture debate, which of the following is an example of a trait influenced by nurture?

Accepted Answer

Language spoken at home

Question 10

A cross-sequential study combines which two research methods?

Accepted Answer

Longitudinal and cross-sectional

Question 11

Which of the following statements about developmental milestones is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Milestones are average ages and should be used as general guidelines.

Question 12

A psychologist wants to determine if a new teaching method causes better reading skills in children. Which research method should they use?

Accepted Answer

Experiment

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the achievement gap discussed in the study materials?

Accepted Answer

A persistent difference in academic performance among students of different backgrounds

Question 14

Which of the following is a limitation of the case study method in developmental psychology?

Accepted Answer

It is difficult to generalize findings to the larger population.

Question 15

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the influence of both nature and nurture on development?

Accepted Answer

A child with a genetic predisposition for musical ability excels after years of piano lessons.

Question 16

Which of the following is an example of a universal biological milestone?

Accepted Answer

Puberty

Question 17

A researcher finds that children in one culture walk at 24 months, while in another culture, children walk at 12 months. What does this finding suggest about development?

Accepted Answer

The timing of milestones can vary due to cultural practices, but the functions are universal.

Question 18

Which of the following best describes continuous development?

Accepted Answer

Development is a cumulative process of gradual improvement.

Question 19

Which of the following is a potential drawback of using surveys in developmental psychology research?

Accepted Answer

They rely on honest self-reporting, which can affect validity.

Question 20

A psychologist is interested in how children’s social relationships change as they grow. Which domain of development is being studied?

Accepted Answer

Psychosocial development

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