Which one of the following research findings is most consistent with the concept of core knowledge as described in the textbook?

a. Children must have basic knowledge of numbers and counting before they can master arithmetic operations such as addition and multiplication.
b. Some motor skills are prerequisites for others; for example, children must learn how to walk before they can learn how to run or skip.
c. Some linguistic knowledge is prerequisite to other knowledge; for example, children must know how to read before they can learn how to write.
d. Very young infants appear to have more knowledge of the physical world than they could have acquired from their own, limited experiences with objects.


d

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A. considering the experiences that the reader brings to the text. B. examining the structure of the text and the knowledge demands for a reader. C. creating an interest inventory for readers. D. using a formula to determine the readability of that text.

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Parents can provide effective guidance for preschoolers by accepting the fact that they will be making many mistakes

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A. This is a sufficient amount of exercise for optimal health. B. Roberta will only benefit if she is incorporating a cardio workout into her routine. C. This is a sufficient amount of exercise if Roberta performs her exercise routine first thing in the morning. D. In order to really reap the benefits of exercise, Roberta needs to exercise at least 60 minutes a day.

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The dominant ideology of a society is recognized because

A. it is supported by the dominant social institutions. B. it justifies the prevailing social order. C. it explains the social order in terms of the values and beliefs of the dominant social class. D. All these answers are correct.

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