Which of the Following Statements About How Empathy Changes Over

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about how empathy changes over time is true?

• A) Adolescents are more empathic than preschoolers because they have better Theory of Mind.
• B) Some studies show less empathy during adolescence, perhaps due to better self-protection.
• C) Emotional contagion makes empathy possible during toddler years.
• D) Social referencing helps create empathy in adolescents.

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Definitions:

Interrogatories

A formal set of written questions that one party to a lawsuit asks the opposing party as part of the pretrial discovery process in order to clarify matters of evidence and help determine in advance what facts will be presented at any trial in the case. The questions must be answered in writing under oath or under penalty of perjury within a specified time. Also called requests for further information.

Motions

A procedural step used in legal proceedings where a request is made to the court to make a decision on a specific matter.

Depositions

Testimonies given under oath by a witness or party to a lawsuit, recorded outside of court for later use in court proceedings.

Documents

Written, drawn, presented, or memorialized representations of thoughts.