According to evolutionary developmentalists, why is an extended childhood necessary?

a. to allow time for them to make observations of others
b. to develop sufficient attachments to others
c. to learn the complexities of human social communities
d. to best prepare for adulthood


C

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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When infants reach the age of viability at 24 weeks, they have about a ______ % chance of surviving outside of the uterus if given high-quality medical treatment

a. 90 b. 70 c. 50 d. 10

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Studies of the causes of homosexuality indicate that the best predictor of adult homosexuality is

A) a history of birth complications.
B) prolonged exposure to heavy metals in utero.
C) the self-report of homosexual feelings.
D) being raised by a harsh, punitive father.
E) being raised by a warm, loving mother.

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This drug is a muscarinic acetylcholine antagonist; it is an extract of the belladonna plant; and it has pupil-dilating effects:

A) atropine. B) curare. C) morphine. D) opium. E) Librium.

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