What Is NOT a Criteria in Determining Whether a Child

question 32

Multiple Choice

What is NOT a criteria in determining whether a child is competent to testify?

• A)Is the child able to testify in court?
• B)Does the child have an advanced enough moral development?
• C)Does the child have sufficient memory for the events?
• D)Does the child know the difference between truth and falsehood?

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Definitions:

Selectively Deprived

The condition of being intentionally restricted or denied access to certain stimuli or experiences, often in a research context to study the effects of such deprivation.

REM Sleep

A phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movement, increased brain activity, vivid dreaming, and temporary muscle paralysis.

Infancy

The earliest stage in human development, extending from birth to about 2 years of age, characterized by rapid physical growth and cognitive development.

Sleep Cycle

A repetitive pattern of sleep phases that an individual goes through during sleep, typically including stages of REM and non-REM sleep.