Question 1

Dr. Lynelle conducts research on how people’s bodies, minds, and relationships change over time. In which major area of psychology does Dr. Lynelle conduct research?

Accepted Answer

Developmental

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Biological

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Social

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Cognitive

Question 2

Janis gave a presentation on how genes and environment interact. Which of the following was Janis most likely discussing?

Accepted Answer

Nature and nurture

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Stability and change

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Continuity and stability

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Continuity and stages

Question 3

Dr. Hargen believes that development progresses slowly and steadily. Dr. Hargen followed a group of individuals from birth to age 18 to test her hypothesis.

Which of the following perspectives best aligns with Dr. Hargen’s belief?

Accepted Answer

Development occurs continuously.

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Development occurs in stages.

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Development occurs longitudinally.

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Development occurs cross-sectionally.

Question 4

Dr. Hargen believes that development progresses slowly and steadily. Dr. Hargen followed a group of individuals from birth to age 18 to test her hypothesis.

What type of research method did Dr. Hargen use in her study?

Accepted Answer

Longitudinal

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Cross-sectional

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Experimental

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Survey

Question 5

Which of the following statements best supports Dr. Hargen’s hypothesis?

Accepted Answer

Development occurs like a tree grows, with the branches continually growing over time.

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Development occurs like the transformation of a tadpole into a frog, with each stage being distinct from the last.

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Development occurs like a caterpillar changing into a butterfly, with clearly different forms emerging at different time points.

Answer

Development occurs like the hatching of a chicken from an egg, with the sudden appearance of new abilities.

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