AP PSYCHOLOGY

DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

INFANCY AND CHILDHOOD

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following best defines maturation?
A
emphasized that cultural differences can be seen in all stages of a child’s development
B
a process of development resulting from internally programmed growth
C
parenting style in which children participate in decisions that affect their lives
D
described the changes that occur in children’s understanding in four stages of cognitive development
E
physical, mental, or sexual mistreatment of someone under 18
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Hence, “Maturation is an Automatic Biological development of the body that naturally unfolds over time” this statement best defines maturation.

Detailed explanation-2: -Maturation is the development of individual and behavioral characteristics through growth. Generally, less quantifiable and is more emotional, and intellectual, where organisms grow within structure. An example, brain development resulting with an ability to handle more complex tasks.

Detailed explanation-3: -Maturation, on the other hand, is an act of maturity. It refers to physical and mental development. So the ability to act, react and behave responsibly comes from maturity. So while learning comes from experiences and practice, maturity comes from individual growth without any external stimuli.

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