What Did a Recent Meta-Analysis Show in Relation to the Development

question 142

Multiple Choice

What did a recent meta-analysis show in relation to the development of theory of mind in preschoolers?

• A)The development of theory of mind is associated with attentional mechanisms in middle childhood.
• B)The development of theory of mind is linked to the emergence of executive functioning in preschoolers.
• C)The development of theory of mind is facilitated by having younger siblings.
• D)The development of theory of mind is unrelated to social development.

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Definitions:

Emotional Arousal

The physiological and psychological state of being awoken or stimulated to action.

Use It or Lose It

A principle suggesting that failing to use certain skills or abilities can lead to their deterioration over time.

Replacement Theory

A hypothesis or theory suggesting that one entity, idea, or system takes the place of another due to various factors such as evolution, innovation, or cultural shifts.

Cue-dependent Forgetting

A theory suggesting that forgetting occurs when the cues present at the time of encoding information are not present at the time of recall.