Which of the Following Is Not an Area of Competence

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an area of competence in 8- to 13-year-olds, as identified by Harter? Choices:

• A) athletic competence
• B) likeability by peers
• C) attachment to family
• D) physical appearance

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Definitions:

Logical Plan

A structured and reasoned approach to solving a problem or achieving a goal.

Concrete Operational Stage

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where children gain the ability to think logically about concrete events.

Preoperational Stage

The second stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, occurring roughly between the ages of 2 and 7, characterized by symbolic thought but not yet logical operations.

Cognitive Development

Refers to the process of growth and change in intellectual capabilities, such as thinking, reasoning, and understanding, across the lifespan.