Infants and Children Prenatal through Middle Childhood 8th Edition-Test Bank

CHAPTER 1
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND, THEORY, AND RESEARCH APPROACHES

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. 1)  The main concerns investigated by the realm of child development
   1. A)  are mainly of scientific interest.
   2. B)  have applied, or practical, significance.
   3. C)  are solely based on research carried out by psychologists.
   4. D)  encompass all alterations a person undergoes throughout life.

   Answer: B

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2. 2)  Which of these statements regarding the primary fields of growth is correct?
   1. A)  The domains of growth are distinct and separate.
   2. B)  Every developmental stage consists of a new set of fields.
   3. C)  The physical domain has minimal impact on the other domains.
   4. D)  Development is classified into three broad domains.

   Answer: D Page Ref: 5 Skill: Remember

   Objective: 1.2

3. 3)  At what stage of growth does a perception of righteousness become visible?
   1. A)  infancy and toddlerhood
   2. B)  early childhood
   3. C)  middle childhood
   4. D)  adolescence

   Answer: B
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4. 4)  Which declaration regarding emerging adulthood is accurate?
   1. A)  It is a period of growth that extends from age 15 to 21 years.
   2. B)  It is a period of advancement distinctive to undeveloped countries.
   3. C)  Although emerging adults have gone beyond adolescence, they have not yet entirely taken on adult responsibilities.
   4. D)  It is a period of advancement mainly restricted to young individuals in developing nations.

   Answer: C

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5. 5)  Theories are pivotal instruments as they
   A) provide organizing structures for our observations of children.
   2. B)  provide the ultimate truth about child development.
   3. C)  do not require scientific confirmation.

   D) are resistant to the influence of cultural values and belief systems.

   Answer: A

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   Skill: Understand Objective: 1.3

6. 6)  In what significant manner do theories differ from mere opinion or belief? A) They are influenced by cultural values.
   2. B)  They depend on scientific verification.
   3. C)  They explain all aspects of development.

   D) They cannot be tested using research procedures. Answer: B
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   Skill: Understand

   Objective: 1.3