Question 1

Timothy is asked to recite the alphabet. He is able to make the sound associated with the letter "a." However, when asked to identify what the letter is, he has difficulty. This is a problem in

Accepted Answer

Timothy's difficulty in identifying the letter despite being able to make its sound suggests a problem with naming speed, which involves the ability to quickly retrieve and articulate the name of a visual symbol.

Question 2

Match the following:
-Childhood asthma

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Childhood asthma is an allergy-type respiratory disorder, which matches choice P.

Question 3

Match the following:
-10,000

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Children are exposed to approximately 10,000 food commercials each year, which influences their dietary preferences and consumption habits.

Question 4

Match the following:
-Age 9 to 10

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The answer of Match the following:
-Age 9 to 10
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Question 5

Match the following:
-Criteria for defining "overweight"

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Weight and body composition are the primary criteria for defining "overweight."

Question 6

Match the following:
-Better self-image

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Physically active adolescents tend to have a better self-image due to improved physical fitness, body composition, and overall health, which can enhance self-esteem and confidence.

Question 7

According to research studies, which of the following may contribute to stuttering?

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Abnormal neural activity in the basal ganglia has been linked to stuttering, as it plays a crucial role in motor control and speech production, affecting the fluency of speech.

Question 8

Match the following:
-Stimulants

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Stimulants are drugs that increase the activity of the nervous system, enhancing alertness, attention, and energy.

Question 9

Match the following:
-Adipose tissue

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Adipose tissue is made up of fat cells, which store energy in the form of fat.

Question 10

Sariah has problems composing sentences and paragraphs. Her symptoms are most consistent with which of the following?

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Disorder of written expression involves difficulties in writing skills, including composing sentences and paragraphs, which aligns with Sariah's symptoms.

Question 11

Match the following:
-Myopia

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Myopia is a vision impairment that is commonly corrected with glasses or contact lenses, making choice N the correct match.

Question 12

What is the goal of mainstreaming?

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The answer of What is the goal of mainstreaming?
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Question 13

Although Jake is entering school, he sounds as if he is uttering "baby talk." He has no problems understanding words or sentences. However, he has difficulty articulating sounds such as b, m, and t. This type of communication disorder is called

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Jake's difficulty in articulating sounds such as b, m, and t, while having no problems understanding words or sentences, is indicative of a phonological disorder. This condition involves problems with the sound systems of a language and the rules that govern the sound combinations.

Question 14

Match the following:
-Phonological processing

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Phonological processing involves interpreting sounds, which is the ability to recognize and manipulate the sound structures of language.

Question 15

Match the following:
-Mainstreaming

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Mainstreaming refers to the practice of placing disabled children in classrooms with nondisabled children to promote inclusion and equal educational opportunities.

Question 16

Research on the effects of mainstreaming indicates that

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Research on the effects of mainstreaming shows mixed results, indicating that the impact can vary widely depending on numerous factors such as the nature of the disability, the support provided, and the classroom environment.

Question 17

A teacher does not believe a student can perform well because of a learning disability. The teacher comes to expect very little, so she demands very little from the student. In response, the student does not try and indeed fails. We may consider this process to be

Accepted Answer

This scenario is an example of a self-fulfilling prophecy, where the teacher's low expectations lead to behaviors that ensure the expected outcome (the student's failure) occurs.

Question 18

Match the following:
-Reaction time

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Reaction time refers to the amount of time required to respond to a stimulus.

Question 19

Match the following:
-Dyslexia

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Dyslexia is a reading disorder characterized by letter reversals and reduced comprehension.

Question 20

Match the following:
-Gymnastics

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Gymnastics is associated with gross motor skills, which involve the coordination of large muscle groups for activities like jumping, running, and balancing.

Quiz 13: Middle Childhood: Social and Emotional Development

Timothy is asked to recite the alphabet. He is able to make the sound associated with the letter "a." However, when asked to identify what the letter is, he has difficulty. This is a problem in

Match the following: -Childhood asthma

Match the following: -10,000

Match the following: -Age 9 to 10

Match the following: -Criteria for defining "overweight"

Match the following: -Better self-image

According to research studies, which of the following may contribute to stuttering?

Match the following: -Stimulants

Match the following: -Adipose tissue

Sariah has problems composing sentences and paragraphs. Her symptoms are most consistent with which of the following?

Match the following: -Myopia

What is the goal of mainstreaming?

Although Jake is entering school, he sounds as if he is uttering "baby talk." He has no problems understanding words or sentences. However, he has difficulty articulating sounds such as b, m, and t. This type of communication disorder is called

Match the following: -Phonological processing

Match the following: -Mainstreaming

Research on the effects of mainstreaming indicates that

A teacher does not believe a student can perform well because of a learning disability. The teacher comes to expect very little, so she demands very little from the student. In response, the student does not try and indeed fails. We may consider this process to be

Match the following: -Reaction time

Match the following: -Dyslexia

Match the following: -Gymnastics