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Kamryn Spangler
on Oct 15, 2024
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Which of the following statements about infants' smiles is TRUE?
A) "Social smiles" appear soon after birth, generally when the infant is wide awake.
B) The "social smile" is seen by 1 week of age.
C) Smiles become social beginning at around 8 months of age.
D) During the second month of life, infants begin to smile selectively at people they recognize.
Social Smiles
Smiles that infants begin to display at about 6 weeks of age in response to social stimuli, such as seeing a person's face.
Infants
Very young children, typically under one year of age, at the earliest stages of development.
Recognize
The act of identifying someone or something from previous encounters or knowledge.
- Recognize phases and trends in emotional as well as personality growth during infancy.
Verified Answer
GA
Learning Objectives
- Recognize phases and trends in emotional as well as personality growth during infancy.