The first words that infants produce
a. are very similar across cultures.
b. tend to be objects that are brightly colored and shiny.
c. have no specific degree of predictability.
d. are mostly general and specific nominals.
d
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Desirable goals may motivate behavior in the absence of internal need. This property is known as a goal's
a. gradient potential. b. drive potential. c. homeostasis value. d. incentive value.
You have been watching your friend Deb trying to teach her son Sean how to do a puzzle. Sean has done this puzzle many times and he usually just needs help with the pieces that are in a difficult area that is all black
Deb is trying to help Sean but her instructions would be appropriate for a child who has never done the puzzle before. What can you tell Deb about Vygotsky's theory, in general, and scaffolding, in particular, that might help her teach Sean in more effective ways? What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following is a major limitation of microgenetic research?
A) Selective attrition often distorts developmental trends. B) Practice effects can distort microgenetic findings. C) Microgenetic studies often create ethical issues. D) Cohort effects often limit the generalizability of findings.
Complex emotions don't usually emerge until
a. 4 to 6 months of age. c. 18 to 24 months of age. b. 9 to 12 months of age. d. 3 to 4 years of age.