In the First Few Months of Life, Infants

question 58

Multiple Choice

In the first few months of life, infants

• A) can move their eyes in the same direction most of the time.
• B) must rely on depth and distance cues that are available to each eye independently.
• C) can make use of stereoscopic vision.
• D) show fear when placed over a visual cliff.

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