Which controversy is a derivative of the stability-change issue and examines whether development occurs as a smooth transition over time or as a series of abrupt shifts?
A) nature-nurture
B) quantitative-qualitative
C) continuity-discontinuity
D) heredity-environment

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The controversy that examines whether development occurs as a smooth transition over time or as a series of abrupt shifts is known as the continuity-discontinuity controversy. It is a derivative of the stability-change issue in developmental psychology. The other options (nature-nurture, quantitative-qualitative, and heredity-environment) are different controversies that focus on different aspects of development.

Which Controversy Is a Derivative of the Stability-Change Issue and Examines