Exam 10: Human Development Across the Life Span

The local school board in Middletown has decided to introduce standardized assessment tests for all students in the sixth grade. The test has separate sections for math and English. Based on the research into gender differences in cognitive abilities, you should expect that ​

Premature babies who survive are typically born during the _____ stage.

Dean ate ice cream for the first time yesterday. All day today, he has been asking for ice cream. This would be an example of

Conventional thinking in moral development bases morality (right or wrong) on

Kailee has learned the word "kitty," but she uses this word when she is referring to cats, bunnies, squirrels, and other small furry animals. Kailee's use of this word illustrates ​

Dr. Wilmark prescribes medical marijuana for her chemotherapy patients, even though it is in violation of federal law. She believes it is morally wrong to cause unnecessary human suffering and, if necessary, she is willing to serve time in jail rather than watch others suffer needlessly. Dr. Wilmark's reasons for her actions reflect _____ moral reasoning.

Briefly discuss the significance of secure attachment to later development.

Which of the following is the safest statement to make regarding the origin of gender differences? ​

When Sam's mother made him a grilled cheese sandwich for lunch, Sam complained that he wanted two sandwiches because he was super hungry. After his mother cut his sandwich in half, Sam was satisfied that he would have enough to eat. Sam's behavior indicates that he does not understand _____ and is probably in the _____ stage of cognitive development.

In relation to age, which of the following does NOT belong with the others?

Girls exposed prenatally to abnormally high levels of androgens tend to exhibit which of the following during childhood?

Personal guiding principles take precedence over laws in deciding right or wrong behavior in the _____ stage of moral reasoning.