Several Neurological Advances Occur During Middle Childhood, Including Selective Attention

question 5

Essay

Several neurological advances occur during middle childhood, including selective attention and automatization. First, describe selective attention and provide an example to illustrate this neurological advance. Second, describe automatization and provide an example to illustrate this neurological advance.

Differentiate between criminal law and tort law.

Identify the elements of negligence and the defenses against it.

Recognize the role of intention and foreseeability in tort actions.

Understand the specific terminology used in tort law, including strict liability, contributory and comparative negligence.

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