Question

unit 2 — challenge 2.2: aspects of developme
which of the following describes a sensitive period during development?
a.) when teenage children become physically mature
b.) when growth can happen most easily and quickly
c.) when strong emotions are common
d.) when an infant shows personality differences

Explanation:

A sensitive period in development is a time when growth (physical, cognitive, social - emotional) occurs most easily and rapidly. Option a describes physical maturity in teens, which is a specific stage but not the definition of a sensitive period. Option c about strong emotions is not related to the concept of a sensitive period. Option d about infant personality differences is about individual differences, not a sensitive period. Option b matches the definition of a sensitive period as a time of optimal growth.

Answer:

b.) When growth can happen most easily and quickly