The Characteristic of Preoperational Thought in Which a Young Child

question 161

Multiple Choice

The characteristic of preoperational thought in which a young child thinks that nothing changes is called _____.

• A) animism
• B) conservation
• C) static reasoning
• D) centration

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Definitions:

Decision-Making

The process by which individuals or groups select a course of action from among multiple alternatives.

Accountability

The obligation to explain, justify, and take responsibility for one's actions to someone who is entitled to ask.

Evaluation

The systematic determination of a subject's merit, worth, and significance, using criteria governed by a set of standards.

Responsibility

The duty or obligation to perform or complete a task, often with an understanding of the moral, legal, or social consequences of failure to do so.