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What distinguishes behaviorist theory from cognitive theory in developmental theories?
What distinguishes behaviorist theory from cognitive theory in developmental theories?
- Behaviorist theory studies environmental influences, while cognitive theory looks at heredity.
- Behaviorist theory focuses on observable behavior, while cognitive theory emphasizes mental processes. (correct)
- Behaviorist theory examines emotional bonds, while cognitive theory explores adaptive behaviors.
- Behaviorist theory is concerned with mental processes, while cognitive theory focuses on observable behavior.
At what point does sperm production typically begin in males?
At what point does sperm production typically begin in males?
- During the embryonic stage
- During puberty (correct)
- During fetal development
- During fetal development in females
Which organ nourishes and provides oxygen to the fetus during pregnancy?
Which organ nourishes and provides oxygen to the fetus during pregnancy?
- Placenta (correct)
- Fallopian tube
- Uterus
- Ovary
What is the unit of heredity passed from parents to offspring?
What is the unit of heredity passed from parents to offspring?
Which prenatal test involves obtaining a sample of amniotic fluid for analysis?
Which prenatal test involves obtaining a sample of amniotic fluid for analysis?
What is the term for substances that can cause birth defects depending on timing and dosage?
What is the term for substances that can cause birth defects depending on timing and dosage?
What is the key difference between lifespan and life expectancy?
What is the key difference between lifespan and life expectancy?
In what way has the perception of childhood evolved throughout history?
In what way has the perception of childhood evolved throughout history?
How does income inequality impact different cultures?
How does income inequality impact different cultures?
What does the Nature vs. Nurture debate in developmental psychology focus on?
What does the Nature vs. Nurture debate in developmental psychology focus on?
What is the process that involves the union of sperm and egg to form a zygote?
What is the process that involves the union of sperm and egg to form a zygote?
Which prenatal test involves using sound waves to create an image of the fetus in the womb?
Which prenatal test involves using sound waves to create an image of the fetus in the womb?
During which trimester of pregnancy does the third trimester fall?
During which trimester of pregnancy does the third trimester fall?
Which process involves the growth and organization of the brain after birth through synaptic pruning and myelination?
Which process involves the growth and organization of the brain after birth through synaptic pruning and myelination?
What is a potential risk factor associated with Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)?
What is a potential risk factor associated with Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)?
How does co-sleeping differ from sharing a bed with an infant?
How does co-sleeping differ from sharing a bed with an infant?
What is a hallmark of the Piaget's sensorimotor stage of cognitive development?
What is a hallmark of the Piaget's sensorimotor stage of cognitive development?
How do newborns' sleep patterns typically change as they develop?
How do newborns' sleep patterns typically change as they develop?
