Human Growth And Development Across The Lifespan Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

Proximodistal pattern of growth {Ans: The sequence in which growth starts at the center of the body and moves toward the extremities. For example, infants control the muscles of their trunk and arms before they control their hands and fingers, and they use their whole hands before they can control several fingers.}Ecological veiw {Ans: the view that preception functions to bring organisms in contact with the environment and to increase adaptation.}Dominant vs. Recessive genes {Ans: One gene of a pair always exerts its effects (dominant), overriding the potential influence of the other gene (recessive)}implicit memory {Ans: Memory without conscious recollection; involves skills and routine procedures that are automatically performed.}Pretense/Symbolic play {Ans: Type of play that occurs when a child transforms aspects of the physical environment into symbols}Reflexes {Ans: Built-in reactions to stimuli. newborn- sucking, rooting, grasping, moro lifelong- blinking, sneezing, coughing, yawning}