Developmental Psychologists Have Settled on Which Description of Children's Understanding

question 140

Multiple Choice

Developmental psychologists have settled on which description of children's understanding of living things?

• A)Children have only a shallow understanding of living things until they are 7 to 10 years old.
• B)Children understand the essential characteristics of living things by the age of 5.
• C)Young children simultaneously possess both mature and immature biological understandings.
• D)Children are fascinated by living things, especially animals.

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Definitions:

Intelligence

The capacity for learning, reasoning, understanding complex ideas, and adapting to new situations.

Behavioral Disposition

The tendency of an individual to behave in a certain way in response to a particular situation or stimulus.

Social Smile

A baby's smile in response to seeing human faces, emerging as an early sign of social interaction, typically developing around 6 to 8 weeks of age.

Diffusing Conflict

Strategies or actions taken to reduce tension or resolve disagreements in a peaceful manner.