Infants Are Able to Recognize Their Mother's Voice Soon After

question 46

Multiple Choice

Infants are able to recognize their mother's voice soon after birth. This is likely because they ____.

• A) are born with the instinct to know their mother
• B) have heard their mother's voice for several weeks in the intrauterine environment
• C) associate their mother's voice with her face which they learn to recognize first
• D) are unable to use any of their other senses in the first few days after birth

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Definitions:

Cooperativeness

The willingness to work together with others towards a common goal or benefit, often involving compromises and teamwork.

Assertiveness

The quality of being self-assured and confident without being aggressive, and the ability to express feelings, needs, and ideas respectfully.

Selman's Stages

A theory outlining the development of social perspective-taking in children, which involves understanding others' thoughts and feelings from multiple viewpoints.

Friendship

A close and mutual bond between two people, characterized by affection, trust, and support.