Which of the Following Developmental Outcomes Would Be Most Consistent

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following developmental outcomes would be most consistent with the vulnerability/resilience interactionist model of development?

• A) Positive developmental outcome is possible only for children with few vulnerabilities and many protective factors.
• B) Very low IQ scores are most common among children who were born with a very low birth weight and who are reared in highly stressed, uninvolved families.
• C) Normal birth weight infants born into upper socioeconomic status families invariably have superior levels of intelligence.
• D) Children born into caring, facilitative families have sufficient protective factors to overcome or offset any vulnerabilities that might potentially affect their development.

Differentiate between hypotheses and theories within the scientific method.

Identify the concept of the "burden of proof" within both the scientific and legal systems.

Analyze the principle of parsimony and its application in preferring theories.

Comprehend the steps involved in the scientific method and the role of hypotheses.

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Definitions:

Unlimited Capacity

The theoretical idea that an entity or system has no boundaries or limits in terms of capacity or volume.

Flashbulb Memory

A clear memory of an emotionally significant moment or event.

Grandfather's Death

An event signifying the passing away of one's grandfather, often having emotional and familial importance.

Echoic Memory

A momentary sensory memory of auditory stimuli; if attention is elsewhere, sounds and words can still be recalled within 3 or 4 seconds.