3.10 - Key Terms
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Define development in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about how we change from birth to adulthood.
What is maturation?
💡 Hint: Consider how genetics dictate certain developmental sequences.
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What term refers to the observable characteristics of an individual?
💡 Hint: Think about the traits you can physically see.
True or False: Maturation happens independently of environmental influences.
💡 Hint: Consider how siblings can look different despite sharing genes.
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Explain how both biological and environmental factors contribute to the development of a child's intelligence.
💡 Hint: Consider how different learning experiences can impact intelligence.
Critique the life-span perspective on development. What are its implications for understanding diverse populations?
💡 Hint: Think about how your own culture influences your ideals of development.
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