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Question 1 of 25 4.0 Points
The field of child development seeks to:
A. a. predict the outcome of development.
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B. b. uncover the processes that underlie developmental changes.
C. c. describe individual differences between children.
D. d. identify the stages of childhood.
Answer Key: B
Question 2 of 25 4.0 Points
In trying to understand influences on development, today's developmental psychologists focus
on:Correct
Question 3 of 25 4.0 Points
Research by Michael Rutter and colleagues found that children who were raised in deprived
settings, but were later adopted into healthy families, showed positive changes in their
adjustment. This demonstrates that:

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Question 4 of 25 4.0 Points
Erin initially appeared to cope with her parents' divorce well. Later, she exhibited problems with
school and in her friendships. Her response to risk is an example of:
Question 5 of 25 4.0 Points
When Antonia grabs a handful of candy from a bowl on the table, her brother Leonard yells,
"No! You're only supposed to take one piece!" According to Freudian theory, Leonard's reaction
represents the:
A. a. id.
B. b. ego.
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C. c. superego.
D. d. sibling rivalry.
Answer Key: C