Which Action Is an Example of a Cognitive Skill

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which action is an example of a cognitive skill?

• A) running
• B) tying one's shoes
• C) climbing a ladder
• D) balancing a checkbook

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Definitions:

Gross Motor

Skills that involve the large muscles of the body, such as those used for walking, running, lifting, and other major physical activities.

Symbolic Thinking

The ability to use symbols, signs, or objects to represent something else, a critical aspect of language development and abstract thought.

Preoperational Stage

A development stage in early childhood according to Piaget, characterized by symbolic thinking and difficulty understanding other perspectives.

Average North American

could refer to statistical norms or characteristics typically observed among the population of North America, such as average income, education level, or lifestyle.