By the Age of _____ Years, the Majority of Children

question 111

Multiple Choice

By the age of _____ years, the majority of children understand that human beings are animals that are similar in many ways to other animals.

• A) 4
• B) 6
• C) 8
• D) 10

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Definitions:

Evolutionary Advantages

Traits or behaviors that increase an organism's chances of survival and reproduction, shaped by natural selection.

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a consequence applied that strengthens an organism's future behavior whenever that behavior is preceded by a specific antecedent stimulus.

Language Acquisition

The method through which humans gain the ability to notice, create, and utilize words for understanding and communication purposes.

Nativist

A perspective that emphasizes the innate, biological foundations of behavior and cognitive development, often in contrast to the emphasis on environmental influences.