A Psychologist Notes That Brain Development Depends on Having Certain

question 80

Multiple Choice

A psychologist notes that brain development depends on having certain experiences, but also that brain development limits the type of experiences a child can have. This comment points out the basic idea behind the term:

• A) maturation
• B) interaction
• C) schema
• D) accommodation

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Definitions:

Semi-

A prefix meaning half or partially, often used to indicate that something is incomplete or limited.

Semilunar

Shaped like a half-moon or crescent; often used to describe certain valves or cartilages in the human body that have a crescent shape.

Half

Refers to one of two equal parts into which something is or can be divided.

Centi-

A prefix denoting a factor of one hundredth (1/100) in the metric system.