The Chapter Notes Two Important Implications for Each Member of Our

question 27

Multiple Choice

The chapter notes two important implications for each member of our society. The first is that we do not have to be

• A) passive actors who accept society's institutional imperatives as inevitable.
• B) politically involved to effect change.
• C) employed to enjoy the full benefits of U.S. citizenship.
• D) feminists to believe in the concept of equal pay for equal work.

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Definitions:

Birth Weight

The weight of a baby at the time of birth, an important indicator of neonatal health and developmental outcomes.

Maturation

Physical development of the brain and body that prepares an infant for voluntary movement, such as rolling over, sitting, and walking.

Sensorimotor Development

The stage in early childhood development where a child starts to master physical functions, including movement and sensory input.

Prenatal Development

The process of growth and development within the womb, from conception to birth.