Breastfeeding an infant for the first 12 months of life is recommended by child-care experts for which reason?
A. Breast milk contains fewer nutrients and prevents childhood obesity.
B. Breast milk offers some immunity to childhood diseases.
C. Breast milk is cheaper than store-bought formula.
D. Breast milk promotes bonding with the mother.
Answer: B
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A. creative B. analytic C. practical D. spatial
John and Kristie were driving when a deer suddenly ran across the road in front of their car, causing John to swerve lanes and slam on his brakes to narrowly miss the animal. Kristie immediately screamed and became quite upset over the encounter, while John felt his heart rate quicken but was not distressed. Their responses are likely the result of differences in which aspect of temperament?
A. Emotional reactivity B. Self-regulation C. Mood D. Negative emotionality
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______. a. stimulants c. narcotics b. hallucinogens d. neuroleptics
Oscar and his mother are looking at a picture book. Oscar’s mother points to the duck and labels it. When Oscar’s mother points and names the duck, Oscar also looks at the duck. Oscar demonstrates:
a. social referencing. b. guilt. c. joint attention. d. passive protest.