Question 1

Which of the following best describes the difference between continuous and discontinuous development?

Accepted Answer

Continuous development is a cumulative process of gradual improvement, while discontinuous development occurs in distinct stages at specific times or ages.

Question 2

According to Erikson’s psychosocial theory, what is the primary psychosocial task during adolescence (ages 12-18)?

Accepted Answer

Identity vs. role confusion

Question 3

A child who can count, name colors, and enjoys pretend play is most likely in which of Piaget’s stages of cognitive development?

Accepted Answer

Preoperational

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of assimilation according to Piaget’s theory?

Accepted Answer

A child incorporates a new type of dog into their existing schema for dogs.

Question 5

Which parenting style, according to Baumrind, is most likely to result in children who are confident, independent, and do well in school?

Accepted Answer

Authoritative

Question 6

A researcher observes that children from different cultures reach language milestones in a similar sequence. This finding supports which view of development?

Accepted Answer

One universal course of development

Question 7

Which of the following is a teratogen that can cause fetal alcohol syndrome if consumed during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol

Question 8

In Harlow’s monkey experiments, what was found to be the most critical component for maternal-infant bonding?

Accepted Answer

Feelings of comfort and security

Question 9

A child who is clingy but then rejects their mother’s attempts to comfort them after a separation is displaying which attachment style?

Accepted Answer

Resistant

Question 10

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of object permanence?

Accepted Answer

A child searches for a toy that has been hidden under a blanket.

Question 11

According to Kohlberg’s theory of moral development, which stage is characterized by behavior driven by social approval?

Accepted Answer

Stage 3: Interpersonal

Question 12

Which of the following is a physical milestone that is considered universal across cultures?

Accepted Answer

Beginning puberty

Question 13

A 3-year-old child is unable to take the perspective of another person. According to Piaget, this is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Egocentrism

Question 14

Which of the following best describes the pruning period in brain development?

Accepted Answer

A period when neural connections are reduced to allow the brain to function more efficiently.

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of a fine motor skill?

Accepted Answer

Gripping a pencil

Question 16

A child who recognizes themselves in a mirror at 18 months is demonstrating:

Accepted Answer

Self-concept

Question 17

Which of the following best describes the difference between crystallized and fluid intelligence in adulthood?

Accepted Answer

Crystallized intelligence involves information and skills from experience, while fluid intelligence involves reasoning and memory.

Question 18

According to socioemotional selectivity theory, as people age, their social networks:

Accepted Answer

Decrease in number but remain as close or closer than before.

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a newborn reflex?

Accepted Answer

Walking reflex

Question 20

A child who is unresponsive to their parent and does not care if the parent leaves or returns is displaying which attachment style?

Accepted Answer

Avoidant

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