A Series of Stages Determined by a Combination of Age,marital

question 60

Multiple Choice

A series of stages determined by a combination of age,marital status,and the presence or absence of children is known as the:

• A) generation gap
• B) family life cycle
• C) maturation process
• D) segmentation cycle
• E) psychographic process

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Definitions:

Blastocyst

A stage within the germinal period of prenatal development in which the zygote has the form of a sphere of cells surrounding a cavity of fluid.

Nourishment

The substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition, often gained through the consumption of food and drink.

Fetal Movements

Refers to the physical movements made by a fetus within the uterus, which can begin to be felt by the mother around 18 to 25 weeks into pregnancy.

Pregnancy

The condition of carrying one or more developing embryos or fetuses within the female reproductive tract, typically lasting about 40 weeks in humans from the last menstrual period.