Four-Year-Old Karen Can't Remember Anything of the First Few Months

question 24

Multiple Choice

Four-year-old Karen can't remember anything of the first few months of her life. This is best explained by the fact that

• A)the trauma of birth interfered with the subsequent formation of memories.
• B)most brain cells do not yet exist at the time of birth.
• C)experiences shortly after birth are a meaningless blur of darkness and light.
• D)she lacked language skills for organizing her early life experiences.

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Definitions:

Interosseous Membranes

Fibrous sheets that connect the bones of the forearm (radius and ulna) and the bones of the leg (tibia and fibula), providing stability and assisting in force transfer.

Cartilage Discs

Thin, flexible, and tough structures made of cartilage, located between vertebrae or in joints, serving as cushioning and enabling smooth movements.

Range of Motion

The full movement potential of a joint, usually its range of flexion and extension; important for flexibility and health.

Synchondrosis

A type of cartilaginous joint where bones are joined by hyaline cartilage, allowing for bone growth or slight movement.