The tendency of the body to maintain a steady state of functioning is called ________
a) stability
b) equilibrium
c) homeostasis
Correct. Homeostasis is the tendency of the body to maintain a steady state of functioning.
d) physiological balance
ANS: c
You might also like to view...
Motor development programs to enhance early development are categorized as "no programming" and "programming." In the "no programming" motor program, it is suggested that
A. infants should be given assistance by the adult in rolling from back to front B. infants should be left on their backs until they are capable of changing position C. infants should not be held except when necessary D. infants should wear hard-soled shoes in early months to assist with walking movements
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, infant walkers should
A. only be used in licensed day-care centers because of their higher standard of supervision B. only be used by children older than 11 months of age C. be banned in the United States D. only be used if manufactured after 1999 because of improved structural standards