For Most Children, the Ability to Recognize Oneself in the Mirror

question 51

Multiple Choice

For most children, the ability to recognize oneself in the mirror occurs

• A) at about six months of age.
• B) sometime in the second year of life.
• C) at about three years of age.
• D) usually around nine to ten months of age.

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Definitions:

Epidermis

The outermost layer of skin that provides a waterproof barrier and creates our skin tone.

Dermis

The thick layer of living tissue below the epidermis, containing nerves, blood vessels, sweat glands, and hair follicles.

Subcutaneous

Pertaining to or situated under the skin, often referring to the layer of tissue where fat is stored and where certain medications may be injected.

Hypodermis

The innermost and thickest layer of the skin, which consists of fat and connective tissues that house larger blood vessels and nerves, providing insulation and support to the skin.