Which of the Following Options Best Describes the Results of an Investigation

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following options best describes the results of an investigation in which 3­ and 5­year­old children were asked to reason about the event that caused a Snoopy doll to pop out of a hole?

• A)Children at both ages had difficulty identifying the correct causal event.
• B)Five­year­olds, but not 3­year­olds, were able to select the correct causal event.
• C)Children at both ages were able to select the correct causal event, but only 5­year­olds could provide relevant explanations.
• D)Children at both ages were able to select the correct causal event and provide relevant explanations.

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Definitions:

Permissive Parents

Parenting characterized by a high degree of responsiveness but low demands, where parents are nurturing and accepting but provide few guidelines and rules.

Authoritative Pattern

A consistent way or method that is commanding and self-assured, often related to parenting or leadership styles that balance strictness with support.

Physical Punishment

A disciplinary method involving the use of physical force with the intention of causing a person to experience physical pain to correct or control behavior.

Cooperative Breeding

In humans and certain other species, a system involving networks of support in which individuals other than parents contribute resources toward rearing the young.