According to the Dynamic Systems Theory, How Do Infants Develop

question 47

Multiple Choice

According to the dynamic systems theory, how do infants develop motor skills?

• A) Infants perceive something new in the environment that motivates them to act. They use their perceptions to fine-tune their movements.
• B) Motor development comes about through the unfolding of a genetic plan, or maturation.
• C) Motor skills are initially influenced by biology but become increasingly dependent on environmental factors.
• D) Infants take bits and pieces of data from sensations and build representations of the world in their minds.

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Definitions:

Stereotype Threat

Apprehension about confirming negative stereotypes related to a person’s own group.

Nonvaluative

Pertaining to an approach or judgment that does not involve ascribing value, worth, or merit.

Stereotype Threat

The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about one's social group, which can hinder performance in areas such as academic achievement, due to anxiety and increased pressure.

Short-Term Memory

The part of the memory system where information is stored for a short duration, often just several seconds to a minute, without rehearsal.