Asked by Elizabeth Lezama on Jun 24, 2024
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Newborns
A) have better peripheral vision than adults.
B) are extremely farsighted.
C) have poorer peripheral vision than adults.
D) are unable to see in black and white because the rods of the retina are not developed at birth.
Peripheral Vision
The portion of vision that occurs outside the direct line of sight, enabling humans to detect movement and objects around them without directly looking at them.
Rods
In the eye, rod-shaped receptors of light that are sensitive to intensity only. Rods permit black-and-white vision.
Newborns
Refers to infants from birth to about 2 months of age, characterized by rapid physical and neurological development.
- Comprehend the progression of visual and auditory acuity in infants.
Verified Answer
AE
Alannah EsporrinJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Newborns have poorer peripheral vision than adults because their visual system is not fully developed at birth, leading to limited peripheral vision capabilities compared to adults.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the progression of visual and auditory acuity in infants.