Question 1

Which research design in developmental psychology follows the same group of individuals over an extended period to observe changes?

Accepted Answer

Longitudinal design

Question 2

A researcher finds that children exposed to high levels of fluoride in utero have slightly lower IQ scores at age 4. What is the independent variable (IV) in this study?

Accepted Answer

Level of fluoride exposure during pregnancy

Question 3

Which of the following is considered a teratogen?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol

Question 4

A child exposed to thalidomide during the earliest stages of prenatal development is most likely to experience which outcome?

Accepted Answer

Limb malformations

Question 5

According to Piaget, which stage is characterized by the development of object permanence?

Accepted Answer

Sensorimotor stage

Question 6

A child who believes that everyone sees the world exactly as they do is demonstrating which cognitive limitation?

Accepted Answer

Egocentrism

Question 7

Which parenting style is most likely to produce children who are self-reliant and have good social skills?

Accepted Answer

Authoritative

Question 8

In Ainsworth’s Strange Situation, a child who is distressed when the mother leaves but avoids her upon return is displaying which attachment style?

Accepted Answer

Avoidant

Question 9

Which of the following best describes the principle of conservation as understood in Piaget’s concrete operational stage?

Accepted Answer

Quantity remains the same despite changes in shape or arrangement

Question 10

A researcher is interested in whether children who are securely attached at age 1 are more likely to have successful romantic relationships as adults. Which type of research design would best answer this question?

Accepted Answer

Longitudinal

Question 11

Which of the following is a criticism of Ainsworth’s attachment theory?

Accepted Answer

It fails to account for cultural differences in parenting

Question 12

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'introjection' in parenting?

Accepted Answer

A child internalizes the belief that they are only worthy if they perform well

Question 13

According to socioemotional selectivity theory, what do older adults prioritize in late adulthood?

Accepted Answer

Positive, meaningful experiences

Question 14

Which of the following is most likely to reduce the risk of dementia in late adulthood?

Accepted Answer

Physical activity

Question 15

A child who covers their eyes and believes others cannot see them is demonstrating which concept?

Accepted Answer

Egocentrism

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the 'imaginary audience' phenomenon in adolescence?

Accepted Answer

Belief that others are constantly observing and judging them

Question 17

Which of the following is a real-world example of the impact of teratogens?

Accepted Answer

Children born with limb malformations after prenatal exposure to thalidomide

Question 18

According to research, what is a key protective factor for marital satisfaction after having children?

Accepted Answer

Good communication and conflict management

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the process of 'accommodation' in Piaget’s theory?

Accepted Answer

Changing schemas when new experiences don’t fit

Question 20

A teenager who believes that no one else can understand their feelings or experiences is demonstrating which concept?

Accepted Answer

Personal fable

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