When David Cries, He Cries Out Loud

question 19

Multiple Choice

When David cries, he cries out loud. His mother has always had a hard time taking him anywhere. Crowds upset him. He hates changes in his routine. He spits out new foods. His mother has a hard time planning her day because she never knows when she will be able to get him down for his nap. He is so vigorous and demanding, she needs the nap more than he does. Which temperament type does David most likely have?

• A)Slow to warm up
• B)Active
• C)Disorganized
• D)Difficult

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Definitions:

Appropriateness

The degree to which communication actions are suitable for a particular context or environment.

Consistency

The quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way, or producing the same results, thereby allowing for reliability or dependability.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where a person experiences discomfort or distress from holding two or more conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes.

Credibility

The characteristic of being deemed reliable and credible.