Why Do Childhood Professionals Need to Understand the Nature and Function

question 39

Multiple Choice

Why do childhood professionals need to understand the nature and function of play?

• A) Play is a common ground for social exchange in childhood.
• B) Play is the predominant activity of early childhood.
• C) Play offers opportunities to practice skills needed for social competence.
• D) Play is the expressive outlet for thought and feeling.
• E) All of the above

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S & Ls

Short for Savings and Loan associations, which are financial institutions that specialize in accepting savings deposits and making mortgage loans.

Shareholders

Individuals or entities that own one or more shares of stock in a corporation and have a financial interest in its performance.

Large Denomination

Notes or coins of high value in circulation within the monetary system.

Time Deposits

Banking term for deposit accounts that have a fixed term and typically offer higher interest rates than regular savings accounts.