Question 1

Which scientific goal is reflected by suggesting that after several weeks of observing Ronald's aggressive behavior patterns,he would benefit from counseling?
A) Describe
B) Explain
C) Predict
D) Intervene

Accepted Answer

The scientific goal reflected in this statement is to intervene, as it suggests taking action (counseling) to address the observed behavior patterns.

Question 2

The principle that human development is adaptive means
A) it is coherent and organized.
B) it is aimed at dealing with internal and external conditions of existence.
C) development proceeds from simple to complex.
D) None of these

Accepted Answer

The principle that human development is adaptive means that it is aimed at dealing with internal and external conditions of existence, such as physical and social environments, and adapting to changes in those conditions. It is not necessarily coherent and organized, nor does it always proceed from simple to complex.

Question 3

Which of the following words BEST describes the focus of the study of human development?
A) Change
B) Childhood
C) Infancy
D) Relationships

Accepted Answer

While childhood, infancy, and relationships are all areas of interest within the field of human development, the overarching focus is on studying how individuals change and develop over time.

Question 4

Which of the following would be of LEAST interest to a researcher studying the cognitive domain?
A) Feelings
B) Language
C) Memory
D) Attention

Accepted Answer

The cognitive domain primarily focuses on mental processes such as thinking, perception, and problem-solving. Feelings, on the other hand, fall under the affective domain which pertains to emotions, attitudes, and values.

Question 5

Which topic would NOT have been addressed by the original developmental researchers?
A) Babbling
B) Puberty
C) Menopause
D) Toilet training

Accepted Answer

The original developmental researchers focused on the stages of development from infancy through adolescence, covering topics like babbling, puberty, and toilet training. Menopause, being a later life stage, was not a primary focus of their early studies.

Question 6

Which scientific goal is reflected by stating that most children take their first steps at about a year?
A) Describe
B) Explain
C) Predict
D) Intervene

Accepted Answer

The goal of describing is to observe and detail behaviors or phenomena, such as noting the typical age at which children begin to walk.

Question 7

Which of the following activities improved student grades,reduced school absences,and resulted in fewer behavioral problems?
A) Increased physical activity
B) Increased amount of sleep
C) Free breakfast
D) Free tutoring programs

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that providing free breakfast to students can improve academic performance, reduce absenteeism, and decrease behavioral problems. Students who eat breakfast are more likely to have the energy, focus, and cognitive function needed to succeed in school. Additionally, providing free breakfast to all students removes any stigma or barrier that may prevent some students from accessing the meal.

Question 8

Typically when studying human development,researchers focus mainly on which domain of development?
A) Physical
B) Cognitive
C) Psychosocial
D) All of these

Accepted Answer

Researchers typically focus on all three domains of development - physical, cognitive, and psychosocial - when studying human development. Each of these domains is important and interrelated, and understanding how they interact is critical for understanding development across the lifespan.

Question 9

Which scientific goal is reflected by stating that most students learn to read through a combination of phonetic and whole-word instruction?
A) Describe
B) Explain
C) Predict
D) Intervene

Accepted Answer

The statement suggests an explanation for how most students learn to read, indicating a desire to understand the processes involved in reading instruction.

Question 10

Professor Sanchez is passing out peer evaluations to a group of preschool children.Each child can choose a smiley face,a neutral face,or frowny face to describe their classmates.Which developmental domain is Professor Sanchez most interested in?
A) Physical
B) Cognitive
C) Emotional
D) Psychosocial

Accepted Answer

The answer of Professor Sanchez is passing out peer evaluations...

Question 11

When developmental scientists understand how language develops they can _________ when a child needs speech therapy.
A) intervene
B) describe
C) predict
D) explain

Accepted Answer

The answer of When developmental scientists understand how language develops...

Question 12

The concept of a lifelong process of development that can be studied scientifically is known as what?
A) Childhood development
B) Longtime development
C) Life-span development
D) Traditional development

Accepted Answer

Life-span development is the concept of studying development throughout the entire lifespan, from prenatal development through old age and death. It considers physical, cognitive, and socioemotional changes that occur over time, and recognizes that development is a lifelong process. A is incorrect because it only refers to a specific period of development. B and D are not recognized terms in the field of developmental psychology.

Question 13

Which scientific goal is reflected by suggesting that high school students who score a 1000 or more on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (S.A.T.)will be successful in college?
A) Describe
B) Explain
C) Predict
D) Intervene

Accepted Answer

The suggestion that high school students who score a 1000 or more on the S.A.T. will be successful in college reflects a prediction. It is stating an outcome in the future based on a current measure.

Question 14

Peter is three inches taller than every other student in his class.Which domain of development would address Peter's height?
A) Physical
B) Cognitive
C) Psychosocial
D) Neurological

Accepted Answer

Peter's height falls within the physical domain of development, which encompasses the changes and growth in a person's body structure, including height, weight, and physical abilities.

Question 15

Life-span studies are based on which of the following ideas?
A) There is little continuity over the life span.
B) Development occurs early in life, not during adulthood.
C) Every portion of the life span is influenced by earlier events and will in turn affect later events.
D) There is no development that takes place in the late adulthood stage.

Accepted Answer

Life-span studies are based on the idea that every portion of the life span is influenced by earlier events and will in turn affect later events. This perspective suggests that development does not just occur in childhood or early adulthood, but rather across the entire life span, and that all stages of life are interconnected. This perspective emphasizes the importance of understanding development in relation to the entire life span, rather than simply focusing on isolated moments or periods.

Question 16

Which of the following would NOT have been the focus of developmental psychologists in the inception of the field of developmental psychology?
A) Attachment
B) Teen drug use
C) Math abilities of preschoolers
D) Divorce

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following would NOT have...

Question 17

Juan's teacher is concerned that he is behind his fellow classmates in computational ability.Juan's teacher is concerned about which domain of human development?
A) Physical
B) Cognitive
C) Psychosocial
D) Neurological

Accepted Answer

Juan's teacher is concerned about his cognitive development, specifically his ability to perform computations.

Question 18

Change and stability in mental abilities,such as learning,memory,language,thinking,reasoning,etc.,would constitute which type of development?
A) Physical
B) Cognitive
C) Psychosocial
D) Physiological

Accepted Answer

Mental abilities such as learning, memory, language, thinking, reasoning, etc. all fall under the domain of cognitive development, which focuses on changes and stability in mental processes throughout the lifespan.

Question 19

Riley doesn't want to share her new toy with the other children at preschool.Riley is struggling with her _____ development.
A) physical
B) cognitive
C) psychosocial
D) neurological

Accepted Answer

Riley is demonstrating a struggle with sharing, which falls under the psychosocial development category.

Question 20

Which type of development is most involved in the growth of body and brain,sensory capacities,motor skills,and health?
A) Cognitive
B) Neurological
C) Physical
D) Psychosocial

Accepted Answer

Physical development involves the growth of the body and brain, sensory capacities, motor skills, and overall health.

Quiz 1: The Study of Human Development

Which scientific goal is reflected by suggesting that after several weeks of observing Ronald's aggressive behavior patterns,he would benefit from counseling?

The principle that human development is adaptive means

Which of the following words BEST describes the focus of the study of human development?

Which of the following would be of LEAST interest to a researcher studying the cognitive domain?

Which topic would NOT have been addressed by the original developmental researchers?

Which scientific goal is reflected by stating that most children take their first steps at about a year?

Which of the following activities improved student grades,reduced school absences,and resulted in fewer behavioral problems?

Typically when studying human development,researchers focus mainly on which domain of development?

Which scientific goal is reflected by stating that most students learn to read through a combination of phonetic and whole-word instruction?

Professor Sanchez is passing out peer evaluations to a group of preschool children.Each child can choose a smiley face,a neutral face,or frowny face to describe their classmates.Which developmental domain is Professor Sanchez most interested in?

When developmental scientists understand how language develops they can _________ when a child needs speech therapy.

The concept of a lifelong process of development that can be studied scientifically is known as what?

Which scientific goal is reflected by suggesting that high school students who score a 1000 or more on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (S.A.T.) will be successful in college?

Peter is three inches taller than every other student in his class.Which domain of development would address Peter's height?

Life-span studies are based on which of the following ideas?

Which of the following would NOT have been the focus of developmental psychologists in the inception of the field of developmental psychology?

Juan's teacher is concerned that he is behind his fellow classmates in computational ability.Juan's teacher is concerned about which domain of human development?

Change and stability in mental abilities,such as learning,memory,language,thinking,reasoning,etc.,would constitute which type of development?

Riley doesn't want to share her new toy with the other children at preschool.Riley is struggling with her _____ development.

Which type of development is most involved in the growth of body and brain,sensory capacities,motor skills,and health?