What Differs Between the "Older" Understanding of Maturation and the "Newer

question 239

Multiple Choice

What differs between the "older" understanding of maturation and the "newer" version

• A) We now know that maturation is simply the systematic unfolding of a genetic program. 
• B) We now know that maturation requires the active participation of the infant. 
• C) Recent evidence suggests that maturation is more of a "blank slate" than previously believed. 
• D) Recent evidence suggests that developmental norms need to be revised to accommodate the effects of preschool and day care.

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Definitions:

Intrinsic

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Neurotypical

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Almost Every Culture

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