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• Topic 2: Beginnings
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Which of the following is true of Down syndrome?
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a. It primarily occurs in African American children.
b. It occurs when genetic imprinting goes awry.
c. Its symptoms include retardation of motor and mental abilities.
d. It is caused by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome Y.
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APA LO: 1.2: Develop a working knowledge of psychology's content domains
Bloom's: Understand
Difficulty Level: Medium
Learning Objective: Describe the mechanisms of heredity in normal and abnormal human development.
Learning Objective: Summarize the influence of genes on human development.
Page: 58
Topic: Down Syndrome
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Many individuals become wiser as they age, but their performance on tasks that require speed in processing information starts to decline. This illustrates how throughout life some dimensions or components of a dimension expand and others shrink, or how development is
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a. plastic.
b. contextual.
c. multidisciplinary.
d. multidirectional.
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APA LO: 1.2: Develop a working knowledge of psychology's content domains
Bloom's: Remember
Difficulty Level: Easy
Learning Objective: Summarize the features of the lifespan perspective.
Page: 6
Topic: Characteristics of Life-Span Perspective
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Most individuals who have X-linked diseases are males because
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a. males have only one copy of the X chromosome.
b. the diseases are triggered by the male sex hormone, testosterone.
c. males have an extra Y chromosome.
d. males have an extra X chromosome, making them XXY.
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APA LO: 1.2: Develop a working knowledge of psychology's content domains
Bloom's: Understand
Difficulty Level: Medium
Learning Objective: Summarize the influence of genes on human development.
Page: 57
Topic: Genes
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According to evolutionary developmental psychologists, many evolved psychological mechanisms are _____. That is, the mechanisms apply only to a specific aspect of a person's psychological makeup.
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a. domain-specific
b. maladjusted
c. non-operational
d. unconditional
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APA LO: 1.2: Develop a working knowledge of psychology's content domains
Bloom's: Remember
Difficulty Level: Easy
Learning Objective: Summarize the evolutionary perspective on human development.
Page: 51
Topic: Evolutionary D evelopmental Psychology
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Which of the following is evaluated by the Apgar Scale?
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a. the newborn's kidney function
b. the newborn's birth weight
c. the newborn's height
d. the newborn's heart rate
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APA LO: 1.1: Describe key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology
Bloom's: Remember
Difficulty Level: Easy
Learning Objective: Summarize the birth process.
Page: 92
Topic: Assessing the Newborn
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For each genotype, a range of _____ can be expressed, thus providing a source of variability.
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a. genetic imprints
b. phenotypes
c. karyotypes
d. monotypes
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APA LO: 1.2: Develop a working knowledge of psychology's content domains
Bloom's: Remember
Difficulty Level: Easy
Learning Objective: Summarize the influence of genes on human development.
Page: 57
Topic: Sources of Variabili ty
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A teratogen is any agent that can cause
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a. organogenesis.
b. birth defects.
c. fetal movement.
d. maternal back pain.
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A teratogen is any agent that can cause
APA LO: 1.1: Describe key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology
Bloom's: Remember
Difficulty Level: Easy
Learning Objective: Summarize prenatal development.
Page: 80
Topic: Teratogen
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Carla is three-and-a-half weeks pregnant. This indicates that her child is in the _____ period of prenatal development.
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a. embryonic
b. fetal
c. placental
d. germinal
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APA LO: 1.3: Describe applications of psychology
Bloom's: Apply
Difficulty Level: Medium
Learning Objective: Summarize prenatal development.
Page: 76
Topic: Embryonic Period
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One of the differences between Sigmund Freud and Erik Erikson is that
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a. Freud underestimated the role of the unconscious mind in determining the life-span development of an individual.
b. Erikson believed that development lasted only until the age of 20.
c. Erikson emphasized the importance of both early and later experiences.
d. Erikson overemphasized the role of sexuality in the life-span development of an individual.
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APA LO: 1.2: Develop a working knowledge of psychology's content domains
Bloom's: Understand
Difficulty Level: Hard
Learning Objective: Summarize the main theories of human development.
Page: 21
Topic: Erikson's Psychosocial Theory
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Jenny is 4 years old. She becomes self-sufficient and develops school readiness skills. In this scenario, identify the developmental period that Jenny is most likely in.
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a. infancy
b. early childhood
c. prenatal period
d. late childhood
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Jenny is 4 years old. She becomes...
APA LO: 1.3: Describe applications of psychology
Bloom's: Apply
Difficulty Level: Hard
Learning Objective: Describe the processes, periods, and issues in human development.
Page: 14
Topic: Periods of Development
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Cynthia is conducting a survey on the prevalence and patterns of substance abuse in her city. Which of the following problems is she likely to encounter while using this method of data collection?
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a. the assumption that a person's behavior is consistent and stable
b. the inability to sample a large number of people
c. the assumption that surveys have to be conducted only in person
d. some participants may not tell the truth and instead give socially acceptable answers
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Cynthia is conducting a survey on the preval...
APA LO: 1.3: Describe applications of psychology
Bloom's: Understand
Difficulty Level: Medium
Learning Objective: Evaluate the methods developmental researchers use to collect data.
Page: 30
Topic: Research Methods
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During the fourth week of prenatal development, the urogenital system becomes apparent, and _____ emerge.
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a. fingernails and toenails
b. hair and eyelashes
c. arm and leg buds
d. eyes and eyelids
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During the fourth week of prenatal developme...
APA LO: 1.1: Describe key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology
Bloom's: Remember
Difficulty Level: Easy
Learning Objective: Summarize prenatal development.
Page: 77–78
Topic: Embryonic Period
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Before the delivery of her baby, Karen experiences several traumatic life changes. She separates from her husband, discovers that her mother is seriously ill, and begins a more stressful job. Will Karen's baby be significantly affected by all the stress in Karen's life?
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a. Yes, the baby will develop good coping skills.
b. No, fetuses are not significantly affected by the mother's emotional stress.
c. No, any effects on the fetus will be temporary and will not produce lasting problems.
d. Yes, the baby will be at risk for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and language delay.
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Before the delivery of her baby, Karen exper...
APA LO: 1.3: Describe applications of psychology
Bloom's: Apply
Difficulty Level: Hard
Learning Objective: Summarize prenatal development.
Page: 87
Topic: Teratogen
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_____ is a complex molecule with a double helix shape, like a spiral staircase, and contains genetic information.
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a. RNA
b. A chromosome
c. DNA
d. A ribosome
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_____ is a complex molecule with a double he...
APA LO: 1.1: Describe key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology
Bloom's: Remember
Difficulty Level: Easy
Learning Objective: Summarize the infl uence of genes on human development.
Page: 53
Topic: Genes
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Julianne lost her baby early in her pregnancy. Which of the following paternal factors could have possibly led to this outcome?
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a. Her partner was overweight.
b. Her partner was a heavy smoker, even during her pregnancy.
c. Her partner is deficient in vitamin C.
d. Her partner was undergoing severe emotional stress during her pregnancy.
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APA LO: 1.3: Describe applications of psychology
Bloom's: Apply
Difficulty Level: Medium
Learning Objective: Summarize prenatal development.
Page: 87
Topic: Teratogen
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Rachel is in the first period of prenatal development. This scenario indica tes the _____ of prenatal development.
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a. fetal period
b. embryonic period
c. implantation period
d. germinal period
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APA LO: 1.3: Describe applications of psychology
Bloom's: Apply
Difficulty Level: Medium
Learning Objective: Summarize prenatal development.
Page: 76
Topic: Germinal Period
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Which of the following statements best distinguishes neurogenesis from neuronal migration?
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a. Neurogenesis refers to the closure of the neural tube 27 days after conception, whereas neuronal migration refers to the formation of the neural tube 18 days after conception.
b. Neurogenesis is the occurrence of connections between neurons postnatally, whereas neuronal migration is the formation of the blastocyst and trophoblast.
c. Neurogenesis occurs 24–30 hours after fertilization, whereas neuronal migration occurs during the first two weeks after conception.
d. Neurogenesis refers to the formation of new neurons, whereas neuronal migration refers to the movement of cells outward to create the different levels, structures, and regions of the brain.
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APA LO: 1.2: Develop a working knowledge of psychology's content domains
Bloom's: Analyze
Difficulty Level: Hard
Learning Objective: Describe the structures and functions of the brain.
Learning Objective: Summarize prenatal development.
Page: 80
Topic: Prenatal Brain Development
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_____ age is an individual's adaptive capacities compared with those of other individuals of the same chronological age.
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a. Social
b. Psychological
c. Physical
d. Biological
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APA LO: 1.1: Describe key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology
Bloom's: Remember
Difficulty Level: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the processes, periods, and issues in human development.
Page: 18
Topic: Periods of Development
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The Brazelton Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale is typically performed within _____ after birth.
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a. one to two months
b. 24 to 36 hours
c. two to five days
d. one to two weeks
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APA LO: 1.1: Describe key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology
Bloom's: Remember
Difficulty Level: Easy
Learning Objective: Summarize the birth process.
Page: 94
Topic: Assessing the New born
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According to Erik Erikson's psychosocial theory, a lifelong expectation that the world will be a good and pleasant place to live sets in during the ____ stage.
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a. industry versus inferiority
b. intimacy versus isolation
c. initiative versus guilt
d. trust versus mistrust
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APA LO: 1.2: Develop a working knowledge of psychology's content domains
Bloom's: Understand
Difficulty Level: Medium
Learning Objective: Summarize the main theories of human development.
Page: 21
Topic: Erikson's Psychosocial Theory
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The idea that no singular theory can explain life-span development as a whole, but that each theory plays an important role, is referred to as a(n)
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a. eclectic theoretical orientation.
b. mixed theoretical orientation.
c. abridged theoretical orientation.
d. severed theoretical orientation.
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APA LO: 1.1: Describe key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology
Bloom's: Understand
Difficulty Level: Medium
Learning Objective: Summarize the main theories of human development.
Page: 28
Topic: Eclectic Theoretical Orientation
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Joshua, a two-year-old, has been diagnosed with _____, a blood disorder that limits the body's oxygen supply and can cause joint swelling and heart and kidney failure. This genetic disorder can be treated through penicillin, pain medication, antibiotics, blood transfusions, and hydroxyurea.
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a. spina bifida
b. Tay-Sachs disease
c. sickle-cell anemia
d. Huntington's disease
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APA LO: 1.3: Describe applications of psychology
Bloom's: Apply
Difficulty Level: Hard
Learning Objective: Describe the mechanisms of heredity in normal and abnormal human development.
Learning Objective: Summarize the influence of genes on human development.
Page: 60
Topic: Gene-Linked Chromosomal Abnormalities
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Psychology's newest approach, _____, emphasizes the importance of adaptation, reproduction, and "survival of the fittest" in shaping behavior.
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a. behavioral psychology
b. humanistic psychology
c. cognitive psychology
d. evolutionary psychology
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Psychology's newest approach, _____, em...
APA LO: 1.2: Develop a working knowledge of psychology's content domains
Bloom's: Remember
Difficulty Level: Easy
Learning Objective: Summarize the evolutionary perspective on human development.
Page: 51
Topic: Evolutionary Psychology
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Erin, a 90-year-old, is healthy and leads an active lifestyle. Most of her relatives have lived to an old age. Researchers have found that Erin's family carries genes related to stress resistance, immunity, and metabolism that help extend life by repairing and protecting body tissues. In this scenario, which of the following genes is most likely responsible for Erin living to an old age?
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a. susceptibility genes
b. longevity genes
c. complimentary genes
d. mutated genes
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Erin, a 90-year-old, is healthy and leads an...
APA LO: 1.3: Describe applications of psychology
Bloom's: Apply
Difficulty Level: Hard
Learning Objective: Summarize the influence of genes on human development.
Page: 56
Topic: Sources of Variability
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The life expectancy in the United States is currently
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a. 60 years.
b. 79 years.
c. 85 years
d. 53 years.
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APA LO: 1.2: Develop a working knowledge of psychology's content domains
Bloom's: Remember
Difficulty Level: Easy
Learning Objective: Summarize the features of the lifespan perspective.
Page: 5
Topic: Life Expectancy [Show Less]