Brain development in infancy and toddlerhood is
A) often characterized by a series of discrete stages.
B) jointly influenced by genetically programmed events and the child's experiences.
C) slow and steady, and mostly influenced by genetically programmed events.
D) primarily influenced by the child's experiences with the environment.

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Brain development in infancy and toddlerhood is influenced by both genetically programmed events and the child's experiences. While there are certain developmental milestones and progressions, it is not characterized by discrete stages. The development is also not slow and steady as it is heavily influenced by the child's experiences with their environment.

Brain Development in Infancy and Toddlerhood Is