Tom is a stay-at-home father to his three girls. He is caring and attentive, known for hosting the best tea parties on the block. This situation is an example of which key concept from the life-span developmental approach?

a) Plasticity
b) Multidimensional
Consider This: This key concept suggests that many aspects of development can be modified. LO 1.5: Identify adult development as life long and the adult is exposed to multiple environments
c) Historical context
Consider This: This key concept suggests that many aspects of development can be modified. LO 1.5: Identify adult development as life long and the adult is exposed to multiple environments
d) Contextualism
Consider This: This key concept suggests that many aspects of development can be modified. LO 1.5: Identify adult development as life long and the adult is exposed to multiple environments


ANS: a

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