Exam 4: Developmg Through the Life Span

Cross-cultural research on human development indicates that

It is most likely that in many cultures women's leadership responsibilities have been limited by their

Critics of evolutionary psychology would be most likely to suggest that it has difficulty accounting for

Evolutionary explanations of gender differences in sexuality have been criticized because

Research on gender and aggression indicates that women admit to feeling more hostility than do men.

Gender refers to

Molecular geneticists would be most interested in studying

The study of how neurobiology and cultural traits influence each other is most central to a new subfield called

Displays of self-effacing humility are most characteristic of those who value

At about eight months of age, people across the world start to ________ strangers; as adults, they prefer the company of those whose attributes are ________ to their own.

Genes direct our physical development by synthesizing

Although identical twins have been shown to have some amazing psychological similarities, one should be cautious about attributing these similarities to genetic factors because

Intense and reactive infants become unusually anxious and aroused when facing new or strange situations. This best illustrates the importance of

As members of the human family, we all share a common

The selection effect in peer influence refers to the tendency of children and youth to

At a business meeting, people from one culture may behave in a hurried and time- conscious manner that people from another culture consider to be rude and inconsiderate. This best illustrates the importance of being sensitive to differing

Providing a child with a stimulating educational environment during early childhood is likely to

Research on brain development suggests that repeated learning experiences seem to

Premature babies are especially likely to gain weight if stimulated by

A child's temperament is likely to be