Asked by Samantha Burnett on Jun 29, 2024

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Developmental test scores obtained during infancy are

A) very reliable and should be administered to all infants when they visit their pediatrician.
B) strong predictors of adult IQ.
C) good predictors of childhood IQ.
D) useful to detect early sensory and neurological deficits.

Infant

A very young child, especially one in the earliest stage of life, typically before they can walk or talk.

Developmental Test Scores

Quantitative assessments used to evaluate the developmental progress of children in various domains such as cognitive, motor, and language skills.

Predictors

Variables or factors that are used to forecast or anticipate future events, outcomes, or behaviors.

  • Identify the relationship between early childhood assessments and potential future academic and cognitive outcomes.
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Mariah QuinneyJul 01, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Developmental test scores obtained during infancy can be useful in detecting early sensory and neurological deficits. However, they are not strong predictors of adult or childhood IQ, and may not necessarily be administered to all infants during routine pediatric visits.