In Terms of Language and Cognitive Development,a 4-Year-Old Child Would

question 20

Multiple Choice

In terms of language and cognitive development,a 4-year-old child would be expected to have which traits? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Think in abstract terms.
• B)Follow directional commands.
• C)Understand conservation of matter.
• D)Use sentences of eight words.
• E)Tell exaggerated stories.f. Comprehend another person's perspective.

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Definitions:

Chemical Synapse

A specialized junction through which neurons signal to each other and to non-neuronal cells, allowing ion or molecule movements that facilitate neurotransmission.

Presynaptic Terminal

The part of a neuron that releases neurotransmitters into the synaptic cleft to communicate with a neighboring neuron.

Postsynaptic Membrane

The term describes the part of a neuron that receives signals from another neuron at a synapse.

Synaptic Cleft

The synaptic cleft is the narrow gap between the terminal button of a neuron and the membrane of another neuron or muscle cell, through which neurotransmitters are released.