Maria's Cognitive Development Seems to Be Slower Than the Rest

question 29

Multiple Choice

Maria's cognitive development seems to be slower than the rest of her classmates'. Many things in her environment might be impairing her cognitive development. Which of the following factors has not been shown to impair cognitive development?

• A)Poverty
• B)Noise
• C)Malnourishment
• D)Having a pet at home

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