Question

Which of the following is a principle of development?

• A. Development proceeds from general to specific.
• B. Development occurs at the same rate for everyone.
• C. Development is independent of environmental factors.
• D. Development stops after adolescence.

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Development proceeds from general to specific.

• Development often begins with general responses and becomes more specific as a person matures (e.g., a baby waving its arms before learning to grasp objects).