Question 1

The ________ period is the time from conception to birth.

Accepted Answer

The prenatal period is the time from conception to birth. This includes the stages of germinal, embryonic, and fetal development. The perinatal period includes the time before and after birth, while the neonatal period is the first 28 days of life after birth. The postnatal period refers to the time after birth, but it does not include the prenatal period.

Question 2

Alex is 8 years old and in the 3rd grade; his main focus is success in school, as he is gradually exposed to more and more information about the world at large. The developmental period Alex is currently in is

Accepted Answer

Middle childhood typically ranges from ages 6-11 or 6-12 and is characterized by a focus on academic performance and expanding knowledge about the world. Alex's age of 8 and his focus on school align with this developmental period.

Question 3

Which of the following is true of the period of development known as late adulthood?

Accepted Answer

Late adulthood is a period of development that typically begins around the age of 65 and involves a process of life review, retirement, and adjustment to new social roles. It is not characterized by rapid physical changes or the development of sexual characteristics. Late adulthood is also not a time of establishing economic independence and advancing in a career, as many individuals have already retired from their careers by this point.

Question 4

Ramada, 69, an avid golfer and fitness enthusiast, recently got a comprehensive health exam done, and her physician remarked that her vital organs were in such good shape that her ________ age was about 10 years less than her chronological age.

Accepted Answer

The physician's statement refers to Ramada's biological age, which is a measure of how well her body is functioning compared to other people her age. Social age refers to someone's perceived age based on societal expectations and behaviors, while mental and psychological ages are not relevant in this context.

Question 5

Daniel is 10 months old and is completely dependent on his parents. He is just beginning to acquire language and develop symbolic thought. In this scenario, which of the following developmental periods is Daniel most likely in?

Accepted Answer

Daniel is 10 months old and completely dependent on his parents, indicating that he is likely in the infancy stage of development, which typically lasts from birth to 18 or 24 months. During this stage, infants begin to develop language and symbolic thought, and rely entirely on their caregivers for survival. Adolescence, middle childhood, and early childhood all occur later in development, after infancy.

Question 6

The connection across biological, cognitive, and socioemotional processes is most obvious in the two rapidly emerging fields of

Accepted Answer

The question specifically mentions the connection between biological, cognitive, and socioemotional processes, and the two fields that focus on these connections are developmental cognitive neuroscience and developmental social neuroscience. The other answer choices do not mention these fields, nor do they seem relevant to the question.

Question 7

Travis spends a great deal of time working and trying to establish his career. He is also wondering if he should move in with his girlfriend and about their long-term prospects. Travis is most likely in the ________ period of development.

Accepted Answer

Travis's concern about establishing his career and considering moving in with his girlfriend suggests that he is in the early adulthood period of development, which typically ranges from ages 20-40. This period is characterized by the pursuit of career goals, making long-term commitments, and establishing one's identity.

Question 8

Which of the following is a characteristic of the developmental period known as early childhood?

Accepted Answer

Early childhood is typically considered to be the time period between ages 3 and 5, and during this time children begin to develop school readiness skills such as pre-reading, pre-writing, and pre-math skills. While children still rely on adults for support and guidance, they are also beginning to develop more independence and autonomy. Formal exposure to the larger world and the development of sexual characteristics typically occur later in childhood or during adolescence.

Question 9

Joey has shot up in height over the past year, has developed a deeper voice, and is starting to grow facial hair. He is preoccupied with the pursuit of independence and identity and is spending more time with friends and less with family. Which of the following periods of development is Joey in?

Accepted Answer

Joey's changes in physical characteristics and preoccupation with identity and independence are characteristic of adolescence, which typically occurs from ages 12-18. Middle childhood (ages 6-12) and late childhood (ages 9-11) are marked by less dramatic physical changes and more focus on relationships with family and peers. Early adulthood (ages 20s-30s) is marked by greater independence but is generally characterized by more stability and identity formation compared to adolescence.

Question 10

Katie-Lou is 88 years old. Katie would most likely be characterized as

Accepted Answer

Katie-Lou, being 88 years old, falls into the "oldest-old" category, which typically includes individuals aged 85 and older. This classification helps in understanding the different needs and challenges faced by people in this age group.

Question 11

Which of the following statements about the "young-old" is true?

Accepted Answer

The "young-old" refers to people between the ages of 65 and 74, not 60-65 as stated in choice A. Choice B is false as many older adults maintain physical and cognitive fitness into their late adulthood. Choice C is false as there may be some decline in cognitive skills, but not necessarily considerable loss. Choice D is true as the young-old can develop various strategies to deal with the changes that come with aging.

Question 12

Jenny is 4 years old. She becomes self-sufficient and develops school readiness skills. In this scenario, identify the developmental period that Jenny is most likely in.

Accepted Answer

According to the developmental stages identified by Piaget, children aged 2-7 years old fall under the early childhood period. During this period, children such as Jenny learn to become self-sufficient and develop school readiness skills. Therefore, Jenny is most likely in the early childhood period.

Question 13

Late adulthood is a time of

Accepted Answer

Late adulthood is commonly associated with life review, the process of reflecting on one's life experiences, achievements, and failures. This stage is also characterized by adjusting to new social roles, such as retirement, grandparenthood, and widowhood. Additionally, individuals in late adulthood often experience diminishing strength and health due to aging processes. Option B refers to the middle adulthood stage, while option C describes early adulthood. Option D is specific to the stage of early adulthood when individuals typically establish romantic relationships, start families, and become independent.

Question 14

The developmental period, when one is an infant, adolescent, or middle-aged person, refers to

Accepted Answer

The developmental period refers to a time frame in a person's life that is characterized by certain features such as physical, cognitive, and social changes. It is not limited to a historical circumstance or a time frame in a nation's history, and while there may be maximum change during certain periods, it is not exclusive to those periods.

Question 15

________ is a time of establishing personal and economic independence, career development, and for many, selecting a mate, learning to live with that person in an intimate way, starting a family, and rearing children.

Accepted Answer

Early adulthood is the time when individuals are establishing themselves as independent adults, both personally and financially. This is also the stage when most people begin their careers, start considering marriage and family, and learn how to navigate intimate relationships. Late adolescence (B) is a part of adolescence, not adulthood. Middle adulthood (C) refers to the stage after early adulthood, when individuals are still navigating career and family, but also facing new challenges related to aging. Late adulthood (D) is the stage of life that comes after middle adulthood, marked by retirement and aging.

Question 16

Johnathan and his wife, Tracy, are in their mid-50s. They are expanding their personal and social responsibilities and assisting their children in becoming competent, mature individuals. Which of the following developmental periods are Johnathan and Tracy currently in?

Accepted Answer

Johnathan and Tracy's age range falls within middle adulthood, which typically stretches from 40-65 years old. This period is marked by an increased sense of responsibility and investment in one's personal and social life, including supporting and guiding one's children as they transition into adulthood.

Question 17

Brittany is preoccupied with the pursuit of independence and identity and is spending more time with friends and less with family. Her thoughts are more logical, abstract, and idealistic. She is also experiencing rapid physical changes such as gaining height and weight. Which of the following periods of development is Brittany most likely in?

Accepted Answer

Brittany is displaying typical characteristics of adolescence, such as preoccupation with independence and identity, spending more time with peers, and experiencing rapid physical changes. These are not typical of middle or late childhood or late adulthood.

Question 18

Jessica spends a lot of time thinking about the choices she has made in her life and the events she has witnessed. She is adjusting to decreasing strength and health, and she has made several lifestyle changes as a result. Jessica is most likely in the ________ period of development.

Accepted Answer

Jessica's experience of adjusting to decreasing strength and health and reflecting on her life choices suggest that she is in the late adulthood period of development, which occurs from around age 65 until death. In this stage, individuals often contemplate the meaning and purpose of their lives, reflect on past experiences, and make adaptations as they cope with physical and cognitive changes associated with aging.

Question 19

Determining ________ age involves knowing the functional capacities of a person's vital organs.

Accepted Answer

Biological age refers to a person's functional capabilities and physical health, which are determined by the condition of their vital organs such as the heart, lungs, and kidneys. Social age refers to how a person behaves and is perceived by others in terms of cultural norms and expectations. Chronological age is simply the number of years a person has been alive. Psychological age refers to a person's mental and emotional development and maturity.

Question 20

Peter is a senior partner at his law firm and is an important member of his church and community. Both his children are in college. Peter's situation is most representative of which period of development?

Accepted Answer

Peter's situation of being a senior partner at his law firm, having college-aged children, and being involved in his church and community are all typical of middle adulthood, which is typically defined as the period between ages 40-65.

Quiz 1: Introduction