Which Is NOT an Assumption Shared by Child Development Stage

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which is NOT an assumption shared by child development stage theories?

• A)The stages are qualitatively distinct.
• B)When children are in a given stage, a broad range of their behavior exhibits the features characteristic of that stage.
• C)The transitions between stages are slow.
• D)The stages occur in the same order for all children.

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Definitions:

General Appearance

The initial observation made about a person's physical state, presence of visible abnormalities, and overall demeanor, often important in clinical assessments.

Orientation Phase

The initial stage of development in various processes or relationships, which involves learning, adaptation, and acclimatization to new conditions or environments.

Tonsillectomy

A surgical procedure to remove the tonsils, typically performed to treat recurring tonsillitis or obstructive sleep apnea.

Outpatient Surgery

A surgical procedure performed that does not require an overnight stay in the hospital, allowing the patient to return home the same day.