11.6

Question 1

continuity vs discontinuity

Answer 1

is development gradual or smooth over time (C) or abrupt from one stage to next (D)?

Question 2

continuity vs discontinuity: physical development

Answer 2

physical changes over time (gradual)
=> infants rolling to walking (abrupt)

Question 3

continuity vs discontinuity: cognitive development

Answer 3

Piaget’s stages are abrupt and therefor discontinuous

Question 4

continuity vs discontinuity: social/emotional development

Answer 4

=> infant temperament into later personality (gradual)