Dexter Is Inactive and Somewhat Moody and Standoffish

question 22

Multiple Choice

Dexter is inactive and somewhat moody and standoffish. He doesn't like changes in routine but seems to adapt if left alone to work things out for himself. According to Thomas and Chess, Dexter most likely has a _____ temperament.

• A) slow-to-warm-up
• B) difficult
• C) easy
• D) uninhibited

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Definitions:

Words

Symbolic units of language used to convey meaning and communicate ideas.

Limbic Structure

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved in instinct and mood control, as well as the processing of emotions and memories.

Sensory Information

Data received by sensory receptors and transferred to the brain, playing a crucial role in how organisms interpret the world around them.

Emotional Needs

The aspects of a person's well-being that involve feelings of belonging, love, acceptance, and safety.