When a Baby's Behaviour Displays a Purposeful,experimental Quality or Purposeful

question 59

Multiple Choice

When a baby's behaviour displays a purposeful,experimental quality or purposeful trial-and-error repetitions,such as dropping a toy repeatedly to see where it lands,the child is demonstrating _________ cognitive skills.

• A) secondary circular reactions
• B) coordination of secondary schemes
• C) tertiary circular reactions
• D) means end

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Definitions:

Theoretical Sampling

A method in qualitative research where data collection is directed by concepts derived from evolving theory until no new insights are obtained.

Experimental Methods

A research methodology that involves manipulating one variable to determine if it causes a change in another variable, often used to establish cause-and-effect relationships.

Universal Principles

Fundamental norms, rules, or values that are widely accepted and applied across different cultures and contexts.

A Priori Hypothesis

A hypothesis formulated based on theoretical considerations or previous evidence before conducting a new study.