Question

Why is development described as “Continuous”?

Options

• Because growth happens only in distinct stages with pauses in between.

• Because development never stops abruptly, even when rates vary.

• Because individuals develop identically regardless of context.

• Because some characteristics disappear and others appear.

Answer 1

Because development never stops abruptly, even when rates vary.

Explanation:

Development proceeds from conception to death without sudden halts; rates may slow or speed up, but the process remains ongoing.