Which Example Illustrates Discontinuity in Development

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which example illustrates discontinuity in development?

• A) the transition from caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly
• B) trees growing taller each year
• C) the blooming of flowers
• D) the cultivation of crops each fall

Recognize the significance of national and international associations in the communication field.

Understand the factors influencing prenatal development and identify teratogens.

Recognize the benefits and limitations of various research designs in developmental psychology.

Understand the role of genetics in determining sex and its implications for prenatal development.

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Definitions:

Controlled Drinking

is an approach in alcohol addiction treatment aimed at helping individuals moderate their alcohol intake rather than abstaining entirely.

Alcoholics

Individuals who suffer from alcoholism, a chronic disorder characterized by dependency on alcohol, inability to control drinking, and withdrawal symptoms when attempting to stop.

Public Drunkenness

The act of being intoxicated with alcohol in a public setting, which is considered a legal offense in many jurisdictions.

Disorderly Conduct

A legal charge for a broad range of behaviors deemed disruptive to public peace and decorum, such as fighting, public intoxication, and causing disturbances.