Which of the Following Best Characterizes the Timing of the Development

question 144

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best characterizes the timing of the development of an infant's sense of self?

• A)It is present from the time of birth.
• B)It is well established by the age of 6 months.
• C)It is fully formed by the age of 12 months.
• D)It develops gradually over the first two years of life.

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Definitions:

Mere-exposure Effect

A psychological phenomenon where people tend to develop a preference for things merely because they are familiar with them.

Proximity

The physical or psychological closeness or distance between people, objects, or concepts, affecting relationships and interactions.

Familiarity

refers to the level of knowledge or recognition that an individual has about a certain concept, object, or person, often resulting from prior experience or exposure.

Self-fulfilling Prophecy

A belief that leads to its own fulfillment due to the behavior of the believer or others.