The ecological approach to human development:
A) relies on controlled experimental situations to understand behavior and development
B) uses only one context/setting to explain individual development
C) does not place much value on a person's day-to-day experiences in terms of development
D) exemplifies the difficulty of studying people in multiple contexts

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The ecological approach to human development, as proposed by Urie Bronfenbrenner, emphasizes the importance of studying individuals in multiple contexts, such as family, school, and broader society. It acknowledges the complexity and interconnectedness of these various environments in shaping human development, thus exemplifying the difficulty of studying people across these diverse contexts.

The Ecological Approach to Human Development