Why is it wrong to ask "which theoretical perspective on lifespan development is correct?"
A. Developmentalists already agree that the psychodynamic perspective makes the greatest theoretical contribution; other perspectives should be mentioned, but ultimately rejected.
B. There is no way to empirically test the propositions of the various perspectives, so there is no way to determine which is correct.
C. Each perspective looks at development from a different vantage point; as such, each emphasizes a slightly different aspect while retaining a piece of the truth.
D. Asking "which is correct?" is less important than asking "what should be studied?"
Answer: C
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