A Stage in Development Is a Period of Time in Which

question 18

Multiple Choice

A stage in development is a period of time in which behavior

• A) is not noticeably different from that of another period.
• B) is quantitatively different from that of another period.
• C) changes in gradual and continuous increments.
• D) is qualitatively different from that of another period.

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Definitions:

Sociohistorical Context

Sociohistorical context refers to how societal and historical factors influence and shape behaviors, events, and perceptions.

Classical Conditioning

Gaining knowledge through the connections made between an environmental cue and a stimulus that naturally exists.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that uses rewards and punishments to increase or decrease the likelihood of a behavior.

Behaviour Modification

A process of changing maladaptive or undesired behaviors through reinforcement strategies, punishment, or other learning techniques.