AP PSYCHOLOGY

DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

NEWBORN DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When does a baby start to follow the movement of objects with their eyes?
A
1 month
B
2-3 months
C
6 months
D
7-8 months
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Babies are born very nearsighted, meaning that they see best at close distances. But by the end of 3 months, they can follow a moving object, are more interested in shapes and patterns, and can spot familiar faces, even at a distance.

Detailed explanation-2: -At about 2 months old, babies usually are able to follow a moving object with their eyes as their visual coordination improves. In fact, at around 3 months old, your baby may have enough eye and arm coordination to bat at a nearby moving object.

Detailed explanation-3: -A three-month-old can usually track an object quite smoothly. A baby should begin to follow moving objects with the eyes and reach for things at around four months of age.

Detailed explanation-4: -They will try to put things in their mouth, although they can’t quite coordinate their hands and eyes yet, take a long look at objects and shake or rattle them. Physically, your baby will have better control of their head movements and will start to hold their head up when they’re sitting up.

Detailed explanation-5: -Two Months to Three Months Your baby should be following objects or “tracking” and should start reaching for things. The baby recognizes your face, and remembers what he or she sees. You can help your baby’s vision by using a mobile, or holding up bright objects in front of her for the baby to reach for.

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