GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The issue of continuity versus discontinuity refers to the debate between genetic versus environmental influences on development. Behaviorism is the belief that people’s behavior is determined by their genetic makeup.
Detailed explanation-2: -Continuous development views development as a cumulative process, gradually improving on existing skills (Figure 2). With this type of development, there is a gradual change. Consider, for example, a child’s physical growth: adding inches to their height year by year.
Detailed explanation-3: -What aspects of development show continuity? Possible examples include but are not limited to the following: The human aging process, the acquisition of vocabulary and expertise, etc. What is the difference between a critical period and a sensitive period?
Detailed explanation-4: -Discontinuity is the process of development, spurred by abrupt changes.
Detailed explanation-5: -Examples of gross motor skills include sitting, crawling, running, jumping, throwing a ball, and climbing stairs.