When discussing child development, Jenny uses terms like the "terrible twos" and the "tranquil threes." Which view are these ideas most compatible with?
A) a context-specificity view
B) a hereditary view
C) a continuity view
D) a discontinuity view

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The terms "terrible twos" and "tranquil threes" suggest a discontinuous view of child development, where there are distinct stages or periods of development with different characteristics or behaviors. The idea is not tied to a specific context or set of circumstances (A), nor does it necessarily suggest that development is solely determined by genetics (B). While it does imply that there are changes or growth over time (as opposed to a stagnant view of development), it is not necessarily aligned with the idea of continuity (C).

When Discussing Child Development, Jenny Uses Terms Like the "Terrible