John,an Adolescent,was Thinking About How Animals Think

question 49

Multiple Choice

John,an adolescent,was thinking about how animals think.Then he started thinking about why he was thinking about how animals think.Which of the following characteristics of the formal operational stage is John displaying in this example?

• A)abstract thought
• B)concrete thought
• C)critical thought
• D)egocentric thought

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Definitions:

Self-Regulatory Skills

The abilities required to monitor and control one's own behavior, emotions, or thoughts, adjusting them in accordance with the demands of the situation.

Emotional Expressiveness

The degree to which an individual outwardly displays their emotions through facial expressions, gestures, tone of voice, and other behaviors.

Neglected Children

Children who are infrequently identified as a best friend but are not disliked by their peers.

Best Friend

A person's closest and most trusted friend with whom they share deep personal connections and experiences.