A Team of Researchers Is Studying the Differences in Whether

question 76

Essay

A team of researchers is studying the differences in whether there are stable individual differences in sleeping behavior at various ages. They decide to test 3- month-olds, 6-month-olds, and 9-month-olds. What
type of design are they using to examine this question?
•longitudinal
•cross-sectional
•naturalistic observation
•microgenetic

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Definitions:

Secondary Circular Reactions

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where infants (aged about 4-8 months) repeat interesting or enjoyable actions centered on their own body.

Deferred Imitation

The ability to replicate an action or behavior after a delay, indicating memory and cognitive development.

Sensorimotor Conditioning

A learning process in young children that involves mastering the integration of sensory information with motor responses, fundamental to cognitive development.

Organized Patterns

Structured sequences or arrangements of ideas, actions, or events that follow a consistent and recognizable order.