An infant is able to discriminate between a gray patch and a stimulus of black-and-white stripes that are 1/16-inch wide beginning at the age of:
A) 1 month
B) 2 months
C) 3 months
D) 6 months

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that infants as young as 1 month old can discriminate between a gray patch and a stimulus of black-and-white stripes that are 1/16-inch wide. This ability improves with age and experience, but it is present even in very young infants. Therefore, option A is the best choice.

An Infant Is Able to Discriminate Between a Gray Patch