Habituation and Recovery Seem to Be Especially Effective Early Indexes

question 102

Multiple Choice

Habituation and recovery seem to be especially effective early indexes of intelligence because they

• A) indicate important sensorimotor milestones.
• B) measure higher-order cognitive skills.
• C) assess skills that underlie intelligent behavior at all ages.
• D) reveal infants' ability to process complex stimuli.

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

The cost of forgoing the next best alternative when making a decision, reflecting the potential benefits one misses out on when choosing one option over another.

Bowed Outward

Describes a curve on a graph, typically a production possibility frontier, indicating increasing opportunity costs when shifting resources between two goods.

Opportunity Cost

The cost of choosing one option over another, typically the best alternative forgone as a result of making a decision.

Efficient

Efficiency refers to the optimal production and distribution of resources in a way that best meets the needs and desires of consumers.