Why Do 6-Month-Olds Laugh at Uncommon Occurrences, Such as Someone

question 80

Multiple Choice

Why do 6-month-olds laugh at uncommon occurrences, such as someone making a funny sound?

• A) Infants have developed social referencing by this age and are entertained by the actions of others.
• B) Infants know what to expect by this age and are surprised when something unexpected occurs.
• C) Infants have not developed the cognitive competence to understand unusual occurrences.
• D) Infants do not know how to regulate their emotions and laugh more often during times of uncertainty.

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Definitions:

Hippocampus

A major component of the brain involved in memory formation and spatial navigation, located in the medial temporal lobe.

Cortex

The outer layer of the cerebrum of the brain, involved in complex functions such as thought, memory, and consciousness.

Thalamus

A brain structure acting as a relay station, directing sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex, except for the sense of smell.

Cerebral Cortex

The outermost layer of the brain, involved in high-level functions such as thinking, perception, and decision-making.