A developmental psychologist's research suggests that coordination improves gradually over time rather than in short bursts of rapid change. These results reflect a _____ view of developmental change
a. discontinuous
b. psychosocial
c. continuous
d. cohort
Answer: C
Rationale: Abrupt changes in skills and cognition are thought to reflect a stage-based view of change.
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