A) long, threadlike structures composed of twisted parallel strands of deoxyribonucleic acid. B) cells that can divide indefinitely, renew themselves, and give rise to a variety of other types of cells. C) cells that have mutated or spontaneously changed during transmission from one generation to the next. D) cells that have been damaged by environmental factors, such as exposure to ultraviolet light, radiation, or chemical toxins. A) long, threadlike structures composed of twisted parallel strands of deoxyribonucleic acid. B) cells that can divide indefinitely, renew themselves, and give rise to a variety of other types of cells. C) cells that have mutated or spontaneously changed during transmission from one generation to the next. D) cells that have been damaged by environmental factors, such as exposure to ultraviolet light, radiation, or chemical toxins.

A) specific type of genetic mutation that typically results in severe birth defects. B) harmful agent, such as a chemical, drug, or disease, which can cause abnormal development or birth defects. C) segment of DNA that is sometimes found on both the X and Y chromosome and that commonly results in intellectual disability. D) recessive gene that is usually found only on the Y chromosome and that causes hemophilia and red-green color blindness in males. A) specific type of genetic mutation that typically results in severe birth defects. B) harmful agent, such as a chemical, drug, or disease, which can cause abnormal development or birth defects. C) segment of DNA that is sometimes found on both the X and Y chromosome and that commonly results in intellectual disability. D) recessive gene that is usually found only on the Y chromosome and that causes hemophilia and red-green color blindness in males.

Exam 9: Lifespan Development

Psychologist Kirk Erickson and colleagues designed an experiment to test whether aerobic exercise could improve brain health and cognitive functioning in older adults who were sedentary but in good physical health. Which of the following statements is NOT a conclusion that can be drawn from the study's findings?

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Question 441

Most developmental psychologists believe that gene expression is:

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Question 442

The shortest phase of prenatal development is called the germinal, or zygotic, period.

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Question 443

If you inherit a dominant version of the "freckles" gene, you will have the potential to display freckles. But to be freckle free, you would have to inherit two recessive "no freckles" genes, one from each biological parent.

(True/False)

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Question 444

Describe the nature of physical development in late adulthood and discuss the accuracy of stereotypes about old age.

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Question 445

During the sixth month of prenatal development, the fetus's brain activity becomes similar to that of a newborn baby, with distinct sleep-wake cycles.

(True/False)

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Question 446

Cross-cultural psychologists have noted that:

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Question 447

Sheena and Tina are identical twins who developed from a single zygote and who share identical DNA. Nevertheless, as they develop, differences in physical and psychological characteristics become evident. These differences are due to:

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Question 448

Stem cells are:

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Question 449

In a study in which male and female preschoolers were offered toys that were described as either "girl toys" or "boy toys," the gender labels had virtually no effect on the children's choice of toys.

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Question 450

Researchers Alexander Thomas and Stella Chess:

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Question 451

A teratogen is a:

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Question 452

Which of the following statements is (are) TRUE?

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Question 453

Different sleeping customs, such as whether infants sleep in the same bed with their parents, reflect different cultural values.

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Question 454

Kesha and Ryan have just become engaged to be married. Kesha just turned 26, and Ryan is two years older. In comparison to national averages:

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Question 455

According to Erik Erikson, achieving a sense of ego integrity during middle adulthood involves expressing concern for the welfare of future generations through community involvement, caring for others, and productive work.

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Question 456

The term cephalocaudal pattern refers to the:

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Question 457

Which of the following statements are TRUE about a permissive parenting style?

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Question 458

What general patterns have been discovered by cross-cultural researchers studying temperament?

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Question 459

Although he is more than a year old, Jason wakes up frequently during the night and is hard to soothe back to sleep. In general, he cries easily, is a fussy eater, and rarely naps at the same time every day. Jason would most likely be categorized as:

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Most developmental psychologists believe that gene expression is:

The shortest phase of prenatal development is called the germinal, or zygotic, period.

If you inherit a dominant version of the "freckles" gene, you will have the potential to display freckles. But to be freckle free, you would have to inherit two recessive "no freckles" genes, one from each biological parent.

Describe the nature of physical development in late adulthood and discuss the accuracy of stereotypes about old age.

During the sixth month of prenatal development, the fetus's brain activity becomes similar to that of a newborn baby, with distinct sleep-wake cycles.

Cross-cultural psychologists have noted that:

Sheena and Tina are identical twins who developed from a single zygote and who share identical DNA. Nevertheless, as they develop, differences in physical and psychological characteristics become evident. These differences are due to:

Stem cells are:

In a study in which male and female preschoolers were offered toys that were described as either "girl toys" or "boy toys," the gender labels had virtually no effect on the children's choice of toys.

Researchers Alexander Thomas and Stella Chess:

A teratogen is a:

Which of the following statements is (are) TRUE?

Different sleeping customs, such as whether infants sleep in the same bed with their parents, reflect different cultural values.

Kesha and Ryan have just become engaged to be married. Kesha just turned 26, and Ryan is two years older. In comparison to national averages:

According to Erik Erikson, achieving a sense of ego integrity during middle adulthood involves expressing concern for the welfare of future generations through community involvement, caring for others, and productive work.

The term cephalocaudal pattern refers to the:

Which of the following statements are TRUE about a permissive parenting style?

What general patterns have been discovered by cross-cultural researchers studying temperament?

Although he is more than a year old, Jason wakes up frequently during the night and is hard to soothe back to sleep. In general, he cries easily, is a fussy eater, and rarely naps at the same time every day. Jason would most likely be categorized as:

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