A Central Focus in Developmental Research Is Plasticity,which Refers to

question 12

Multiple Choice

A central focus in developmental research is plasticity,which refers to

• A) the tendency to stay the same.
• B) the ability of preoperational children to learn self-care.
• C) how interested a person is in the environment.
• D) a person's capacity for change.

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Definitions:

Smooth Muscle

A type of muscle tissue which is not under conscious control, found in the walls of internal organs such as the stomach and intestines.

Humerus

The long bone in the upper arm or forelimb, extending from the shoulder to the elbow.

Cartilaginous Skeleton

A type of anatomical structure where the skeleton is made entirely of cartilage, as seen in sharks and rays.

Sharks

Predatory fish known for their strength, efficiency as hunters, and, in many species, a cartilaginous skeleton.