Question 1

Dr.Widaman is researching the cultural differences in school performance between Japanese and American children.He is comparing math scores between two groups of fifth graders.One of his groups is from Japan and the other group is from the United States.Dr.Widaman is conducting a __________ study.

Accepted Answer

Dr. Widaman is comparing two different cultural groups (Japanese and American) in terms of their school performance. This type of study is known as a cross-cultural study. Longitudinal studies involve studying the same group of individuals over a period of time, and correlational studies analyze the relationship between two or more variables. Sequential studies involve a combination of cross-sectional and longitudinal approaches.

Question 2

Researchers from many different fields of study examine human development in an effort to better understand how humans develop.This makes human development a __________ field of study.

Accepted Answer

Human development involves many different aspects, including physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development. As a result, researchers from multiple disciplines, such as psychology, neuroscience, sociology, anthropology, and education, all contribute to the study of human development. Therefore, human development is a multidisciplinary field of study.

Question 3

Dante is 2 years old.His mother took him to the doctor and discovered that he had gained 5 pounds and had grown 2 inches since his last physical exam.This is an example of the role of __________ processes in development.

Accepted Answer

The changes in weight and height are examples of biological processes, which involve physical growth and development.

Question 4

Culture is based on the:

Accepted Answer

Culture encompasses all aspects of a particular group of people's behaviors, beliefs, and other products. It is not solely based on nationality, race, religion, or language. Practices of a large group of people or exchange of ideas between groups of people may contribute to culture, but they alone do not define it.

Question 5

People with similar occupational,educational,and economic characteristics are said to share the same:

Accepted Answer

Socioeconomic status refers to a person's position in society based on their occupational, educational, and economic characteristics. It is used to describe groups of people who share similar traits and experiences, such as income level or educational attainment. Ethnic group (A) refers to a shared cultural identity, while poverty rate (B) is a measure of the percentage of individuals or households living below a certain income threshold. Subculture group (D) refers to a group within a larger culture that has its own norms, values, and beliefs. While there may be some overlap with socioeconomic status, it is a distinct concept.

Question 6

All of the following trends in older adulthood can be seen in recent decades,except:

Accepted Answer

The answer of All of the following trends in older...

Question 7

Travis spends a great deal of time working and trying to establish his career.He also has been thinking about how his personal relationship is going and considering whether it could be long-term and lead to establishing a family.Travis is most likely in:

Accepted Answer

Travis is thinking about establishing a long-term personal relationship and considering starting a family, which are typical for individuals in early adulthood (ages 20-40). Late adolescence typically ends around age 18-19, and individuals in middle adulthood (ages 40-65) are more likely to be established in their careers and families. Late adulthood is typically characterized by retirement and the aging process, which is not mentioned in the scenario.

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of social policy?

Accepted Answer

Social policy refers to laws, regulations, and actions taken by governments to address social issues and improve societal well-being. Lowering federal taxes is an example of social policy. The other choices are not examples of social policy.

Question 9

Joshua spends all of his free time doing homework and studying so that he will get good grades and his parents will be proud of his achievements.Joshua is most likely in the period of development called:

Accepted Answer

Joshua's behavior of prioritizing homework and studying suggests that he is in the period of development known as middle childhood, which typically spans between the ages of 6-11 years old. During this period, children become increasingly focused on developing intellectual skills and achieving success in academic settings, as they begin to understand the connections between effort, achievement, and recognition.

Question 10

The psychological and sociocultural dimensions of being female or male refer to an individual's:

Accepted Answer

Gender refers to the psychological and sociocultural dimensions of being female or male, such as one's identity, expression, and role in society. Sex (B) refers to biological differences between males and females, while sex role (C) refers to the behaviors and expectations associated with being male or female. Sexual stereotype (D) refers to a generalized belief about the characteristics and behaviors of males and females, which may or may not be accurate.

Question 11

Johnathan is almost completely dependent on his parents.He is just learning to langue and recognize his own symbolic thoughts.Johnathan is in the period of development called:

Accepted Answer

Infancy is the developmental period when a child is highly dependent on parents and is beginning to develop language and symbolic thought recognition.

Question 12

Which of the following countries has the highest percentage of uneducated women?

Accepted Answer

Africa is a continent, not a country, but it has the highest percentage of uneducated women in the world.

Question 13

European Americans:

Accepted Answer

European Americans are an ethnic group like any other ethnic group in the United States or the world. While they may be the majority culture in the United States, they still possess a distinct culture and shared history that qualifies them as an ethnic group.

Question 14

Our relationships with others,changes in emotions,and changes in personality are all examples of __________ processes.

Accepted Answer

Socioemotional processes refer to changes in our emotions, relationships with others, and personality as we age. Cognitive processes refer to changes in our thinking and reasoning abilities. Biological processes refer to changes in our physical bodies, such as growth and decline of body systems. Physical processes refer to changes in our motor skills and abilities.

Question 15

Ethnicity refers to:

Accepted Answer

Ethnicity refers to a range of characteristics based on heritage, nationality, race, religion, and language. It is different from race, which is a controversial classification of people according to real or imagined biological characteristics such as skin color and blood group. It is also different from social class, which is a person's position within society based on occupational, educational, and economic characteristics. Ethnicity is more about cultural and social identity.

Question 16

The key developmental processes in life-span development include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Physical/sensory processes are not typically categorized separately in life-span development, as they are often considered part of biological processes.

Question 17

Hannah and George disagree.Hannah argues that people within an ethnic group all share the same culture.George,by contrast,argues that people of the same ethnic group may or may not share the same culture.Who is right?

Accepted Answer

George is correct because ethnic groups can be diverse and have variations in culture within them. While there may be commonalities within an ethnic group, it is not a guarantee that everyone shares the exact same culture.

Question 18

Which of the following statements best describes the relationship among biological development,cognitive development,and social development?

Accepted Answer

Biological development, cognitive development, and social development are interrelated and intertwined processes throughout the life span. For example, cognitive development can be influenced by both biological and social factors, such as brain maturation and social experiences. Similarly, social development can be affected by biological and cognitive factors, such as the ability to regulate emotions and understand social norms. Therefore, these processes should be studied together to get a better understanding of human development.

Question 19

Constance is 75 years old and still very active.She gardens,hikes,plays chess,and is learning to play the piano.She exercises daily to stay fit.She loves reading,listening to music,and playing with her grandchildren.Her hearing and eyesight are not what they used to be,and she is not as steady on her feet as when she was younger.She wears a hearing aid,eyeglasses,and sensible shoes to minimize these losses.Researchers would say that Constance is a good example of how development includes:

Accepted Answer

Constance's lifestyle and activities demonstrate growth and maintenance, as well as regulation of loss. She continues to engage in physical activity and mental stimulation to maintain her health and cognitive function, while also adapting to the losses that come with aging by wearing hearing aids and eyeglasses and choosing sensible shoes.

Question 20

Kyesha is 80 years old and is typical of a growing number of older adults.Kyesha MOST LIKELY lives:

Accepted Answer

As the question states that Kyesha is typical of a growing number of older adults, the most likely scenario is that she lives alone. This is because of the increasing trend of older adults choosing to age in place and live independently. However, it is not impossible for her to live with a spouse, but it is less likely as the question does not mention a partner or spouse. Living with children or in a nursing home is also possible, but the question does not provide any information to suggest that these are the most likely scenarios.

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