Which of the following is a characteristic of the developmental period known as early childhood?
A) extreme dependency on adults
B) development of school readiness skills
C) formal exposure to the larger world
D) development of sexual characteristics

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Early childhood is characterized by the development of school readiness skills such as basic reading, writing, and math. Children in this stage are also becoming more independent but still rely on adults for guidance and support. They are not yet formally exposed to the larger world beyond family and community, and do not develop sexual characteristics until later in childhood.

Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of the Developmental