WGU D202 HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT 2024
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,Compared to young children, children in middle and late childhood differ in their self-concept in
that they: - Answer>>> are able to include other peoples' appraisals of them into their self-
concept, have more realistic sense of self, and better understand their strengths and weaknesses
Aspects of intelligence that are dependent on brain functioning are called the of intelligence
- Answer>>> mechanics
The mechanics of intelligence are similar to the concept of intelligence - Answer>>> fluid
Monique finds that as she is approaching 50, her writing skills and knowledge of literature
continues to grow. This is due to which of the following? - Answer>>> Crystallized intelligence
increases across the lifespan
The ability to use the accumulated knowledge about practical matters that allows for sound
judgment and decision making is called - Answer>>> Wisdom
A significant cognitive decline from a previous level of performance in one or more cognitive
domains and interferes with independent functioning is called a neurocognitive disorder -
Answer>>> Major
a modest cognitive decline from a previous level of performance in one or more cognitive
domains and does not interfere with independent functioning is called a neurocognitive
disorder. - Answer>>> Minor
If a mother contracts this disease during the first three months of pregnancy, damage can occur
in the eyes, ears, heart, or brain of the unborn cild. - Answer>>> Rubella
This popular theorist is known for his work in child cognition. He developed 4 stages that
children will progress through as they interact and learn from their environment. - Answer>>>
Jean Piaget
Which popular theorist proposed a leading model for cognitive development, which covers
infancy through adolescence? - Answer>>> J. Piaget
Mika would describe himself as smart, athletic, and loyal, but explains that he isn't very creative
or apt at drawing. This personal description would best describe his: - Answer>>> Self-concept
Little Anna was excited to try to get her own water from the fridge dispenser. She looked over at
her father with a big smile as she held her water cup. Erikson would label this psychosocial stage
as: - Answer>>> initiative
,Which theory states that children develop their own conceptions of the attributes associated with
maleness or femaleness? - Answer>>> Gender schema theory
Mary wants to stay out past curfew for a 9th grade dance, but she knows her parents are very
strict and won't even discuss it with her. Which parenting style best describes Mary's parents: -
Answer>>> authoritarian
Which of the following would be an example of a self-conscious emotion: fear, happiness,
shame, surprise - Answer>>> shame
Zara is visiting the neighbor's house with mom. Zara is indifferent when mom goes outside and
doesn't notice when she returns. Which type of attachment might best describe Zara? -
Answer>>> avoidant
For girls, early puberty is associated with: - Answer>>> mental health issues such as depression,
substance use, and eating disorders, early sexual behavior, more anxiety and less confidence in
their relationships with family and friends
Brain maturation during adolescence involves: - Answer>>> synaptic pruning in the gray matter
of brain, increased myelination, increased connectivity of neurons
The front part of the frontal lobe, responsible for reasoning, problem-solving, creativity, and
executive functioning is called the: - Answer>>> prefrontal cortex
When does the brain experience the highest levels of synaptogenesis? - Answer>>> infancy
How many lobes does the human brain have? - Answer>>> 4
Which of the four styles of parenting supports many positive developmental outcomes? -
Answer>>> authoritative
Which learning theory suggests that behavior is learned through observation, modeling,
reinforcement, and punishment? - Answer>>> social learning theory
A major difference between Erikson and Freud's developmental theories is that Erikson's theory
is focused on development. - Answer>>> social
The developmental growth spurt in middle childhood tends to being earlier for boys or girls -
Answer>>> girls
Silas is obese. Due to this diagnosis, he might experience reduction in which of these areas:
Working Memory, Mental Flexibility, Executive Functioning - Answer>>> All of these
, Silas's mother refuses to accept that her son is overweight, she maintains that he is just going
through an awkward stage. This common parental denial is coined: - Answer>>> oblivobesity
About how long does the puberty stage last? - Answer>>> 3-4 years
While going through puberty, Jon notices an increase in penis and testicle size. These changes
relate directly to: - Answer>>> Primary sexual characteristics
Which of the following is not a secondary sexual characteristic: breast buds, pubic hair, voice
deepens, vulva changes - Answer>>> vulva changes
Tiffany has just begun her monthly reproductive cycles where bleeding occurs. What is this
called? - Answer>>> Menarche
Mark understands somewhat complicated ideas like time and logic, because he has experienced
these things and understands them. He has likely reached this piagetian cognitive stage: -
Answer>>> concrete operational
Sternberg proposed that intelligence included all of the following except: analytical, spatial,
creative, practical. - Answer>>> spatial
What hormone most directly plays a role in how you feel pleasure? - Answer>>> dopamine
Alex heard that all D202 students are smart; therefore if you are in the course, you are likely
smart! he is using: - Answer>>> deductive reasoning
Perter doesn't steal the delicious sandwich, because he knows stealing is against the law and
considered wrong. Kohlberg would suggest Peter has reached this moral level: - Answer>>>
conventional
This refers to someone's inability to understand that another person's view or opinion may be
different than their own: - Answer>>> egocentrism
A competitive ballet dancer is likely to have high levels of this type of intelligence: - Answer>>>
bodily-kinesthetic
The process where unused neural connections are cleared away so stronger connections can
develop for those frequently needed is called: - Answer>>> synaptic pruning
These children are shy and withdrawn and are easy targets for bullies because they are unlikely
to retaliate when belittled. - Answer>>> rejected children
The tendency in adolescence for members of a peer group to be similar to one another in
