Research on the Development of Expertise Reveals That, in General

question 189

Multiple Choice

Research on the development of expertise reveals that, in general,

• A) experts were born with their special talent.
• B) it takes about 1-2 years of concentrated effort to become an expert in most fields.
• C) it takes about 10 years of concentrated effort to become an expert in most fields.
• D) it takes about 20 years of concentrated effort to become an expert in most fields.

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Definitions:

Biology

The science that studies living organisms and their interactions with one another and their environments.

Environment

The sum of all external conditions and influences affecting the life and development of an organism, encompassing natural, social, and built factors.

Organized Responses

Coordinated reactions by organisms or cells to internal or external stimuli.

Developing Organism

An organism in the stages of growth and development, evolving from early formation to maturity.