Beth Is Interested in Finding Out Whether Infants Can Distinguish

question 72

Multiple Choice

Beth is interested in finding out whether infants can distinguish between bitter and salty tastes. How would you advise her to investigate her question?

• A)Ask adults when they first remembered eating something bitter and something salty.
• B)Repeatedly present one taste-either bitter or salty-and see whether infants habituate to it.
• C)Observe infants' facial expressions or head movements to see whether they respond differently to bitter and salty tastes.
• D)Use infants or toddlers who are old enough to answer questions about how things taste.

Recognize the effects of stress and environment on infant brain development.

Identify the dimensions of temperament in infancy and their impact on behavior.

Define self-awareness in infants and its developmental milestones.

Explain the role of meaningful connections between brain regions in emotional regulation.

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