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Yannick Lebreton
on Oct 23, 2024
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Below are descriptions of four children. Which one is in Piaget's stage of formal operations?
A) performs well on tests of object permanence; still has trouble with conservation
B) performs well on tests of object permanence, conservation, and hypothetical questions
C) has mastered the concept of conservation; still has trouble with abstract and hypothetical questions
D) has schemata; does not speak in complete sentences; fails tests of object permanence
Object Permanence
The recognition that items persist in existence even when they're not visible, audible, or perceptible through any senses.
Conservation
The practice of protecting and preserving natural resources and the environment for future generations.
Hypothetical Questions
Inquiries made to explore possibilities, outcomes, or scenarios that are not based on current reality but on conjecture.
- Understand the phases of cognitive development outlined by Piaget and the specific activities associated with each phase.
Verified Answer
EA
Learning Objectives
- Understand the phases of cognitive development outlined by Piaget and the specific activities associated with each phase.
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