The "Visual Cliff" Study Indicates That Most Infants in the Age

question 97

Multiple Choice

The "visual cliff" study indicates that most infants in the age range of _________ months cannot be coaxed to cross the "cliff."

• A)6 to 14
• B)5 to 12
• C)12 to 14
• D)8 to 14

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Definitions:

Nativist Theory

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B.F. Skinner

An American psychologist and behaviorist known for his work in developing the theory of behaviorism and for his invention of the operant conditioning chamber.

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