A child's normal development is artificially delayed.The impediment is then removed,and she "catches up" in growth,demonstrating the basic growth principle of
A)directionality.
B)independence of systems.
C)canalization.
D)eugenics.

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Canalization is the principle that development of certain characteristics is tightly controlled and buffered against environmental and genetic variations. When an impediment to a child's growth is removed and they demonstrate catch-up growth, it is an example of canalization at work. This process ensures that even when development is delayed, it can eventually occur along the same trajectory as typical development. Choices A, B, and D are not applicable to the scenario described.

A Child's Normal Development Is Artificially Delayed