The Most Common Cause of Mental Retardation Is ________

question 179

Multiple Choice

The most common cause of mental retardation is ________.

• A) Down syndrome
• B) autism
• C) the environment is not stimulating
• D) a fragile X syndrome

Grasp the fundamental principles of cognitive development theories, including conservation and egocentrism.

Comprehend the role and techniques of parental support in child learning and development.

Recognize and explain various cognitive processes and stages, including preoperational thought and the use of symbols.

Describe the symbolic representations and scripts in child cognition.

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Definitions:

Global Village

A term coined to describe the phenomenon of the world becoming more interconnected, with information and culture being shared more universally.

Marshall McLuhan

A Canadian philosopher and communication theorist known for coining the expressions "the medium is the message" and "global village," examining the impacts of media on society.

Andy Warhol

An iconic American artist and leading figure in the visual art movement known as pop art, he was known for exploring the relationship between artistic expression, celebrity culture, and advertising.

Cultural Imperialism Thesis

The theory that suggests dominant cultures exert influence and impose their values, beliefs, and practices on other cultures through media and cultural products.