#1
Which of the following is NOT a type of research design commonly used in developmental psychology?
Experimental design
Longitudinal design
Cross-sectional design
Cohort design
#2
Who is considered the father of developmental psychology?
Jean Piaget
Erik Erikson
Sigmund Freud
B.F. Skinner
#3
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of qualitative research?
Focuses on numerical data
Uses open-ended questions
Emphasizes context and meaning
Utilizes in-depth interviews
#4
Who developed the theory of cognitive development known for its stages of development?
Jean Piaget
Lev Vygotsky
B.F. Skinner
Sigmund Freud
#5
Which of the following is a disadvantage of longitudinal research?
It is time-consuming and expensive
It allows for the examination of changes over time
It does not require following up with participants
It provides a snapshot of development
#6
Which of the following is a qualitative research method commonly used in developmental psychology?
Survey research
Experimental research
Case study
Correlational research
#7
Which theorist is known for his stages of psychosocial development?
B.F. Skinner
Lev Vygotsky
Albert Bandura
Erik Erikson
#8
Which of the following is a key feature of a quasi-experimental design?
Random assignment of participants
Manipulation of independent variables
Control over extraneous variables
Lack of control group
#9
According to attachment theory, which attachment style is characterized by distress upon separation but is easily comforted upon the caregiver's return?
Secure attachment
Avoidant attachment
Ambivalent attachment
Disorganized attachment
#10
In a correlational study, what does a correlation coefficient of +0.70 indicate?
A weak positive relationship
A strong positive relationship
No relationship
A strong negative relationship
#11
What does the term 'nature' refer to in the nature vs. nurture debate?
The influence of genetics and biology
The influence of environmental factors
The interaction between genetics and environment
The influence of socialization
#12
Which of the following research methods involves observing and recording behavior in its natural environment?
Case study
Experiment
Observational study
Survey
#13
Which of the following is a potential ethical concern in developmental research involving children?
Maintaining participant anonymity
Ensuring data reliability
Obtaining informed consent
Avoiding deception in research procedures
#14
Which of the following is a key consideration when conducting research with infants and toddlers?
Their ability to provide informed consent
The need for longer attention spans during assessments
The potential influence of parents or caregivers
The ease of verbal communication with researchers
#15
What is the primary focus of the zone of proximal development (ZPD) in Vygotsky's sociocultural theory?
Skills and abilities a person can perform independently
Tasks that are too difficult for a person to perform
The difference between what a learner can do alone versus with assistance
The role of reinforcement in learning