DEP Exam 2 CHAPTER 4 ; Questions and Answers 100% Correct
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DEP Exam 2 CHAPTER 4 ; Questions and
Answers 100% Correct
Scientists have identified specialized cells in motor areas of the cerebral cortex in primatescalled __________ neurons-that underlie imitative capacities. Correct answer-mirror
In the prenatal period, the head, chest, and trunk grow fi...
DEP Exam 2 CHAPTER 4 ; Questions and
Answers 100% Correct
Scientists have identified specialized cells in motor areas of the cerebral cortex in primates-
called __________ neurons-that underlie imitative capacities. Correct answer-mirror
In the prenatal period, the head, chest, and trunk grow first, then the arms and legs, and finally
the hands and feet. This is known as the __________ of physical growth. Correct answer-
proximodistal trend
Kwashiorkor Correct answer-is caused by an unbalanced diet very low in protein.
In studies carried out in Australia, Israel, and the United States, night wakings increased around
__________ and then declined. Correct answer-6 months and again between 1½ and 2
years
Today, _____ percent of American mothers breastfeed Correct answer-74
Removing a desirable stimulus or presenting an unpleasant one to decrease the occurrence of a
response is called Correct answer-punishment
The __________ accounts for 85 percent of the brain's weight Correct answer-cerebral
cortex
, DEP Exam 2 CHAPTER 4 ; Questions and
Answers 100% Correct
A general principle called __________, explains early pattern preferences. Correct
answer-contrast sensitivity
When skeletal age is examined, __________ children tend to be slightly ahead of __________
children at all ages. Correct answer-African-American; Caucasian
___ helps make space for the growth of neural fibers and the increase of synapses.
Correct answer-Programmed cell death
Research suggests a sensitive period in the __________ half of the __________ year when
babies are biologically prepared to "zero in" on socially meaningful perceptual distinctions.
Correct answer-second; first
The average baby sits alone at _____ months Correct answer-7
Debra noticed that her 8-month-old son, Charles, was becoming round and plump. What can
you tell Debra about this early rise in "baby fat?" Correct answer-Charles's rise in "baby
fat" will help him maintain a constant body temperature.
Baby Marzanne is 4 months old. Which of the following is likely to be true? Correct
answer-She displays a sense of musical phrasing.
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