A Child Cannot Understand That a Model and the Larger

question 36

Multiple Choice

A child cannot understand that a model and the larger object it resembles represent the same thing. This child

• A) is probably in the concrete operational stage.
• B) is having difficulty with mental representations.
• C) is probably able to conserve.
• D) lacks the ability to engage in reversible actions.

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Definitions:

Flawed Decisions

Pertains to decisions that are made based on incorrect information, biases, or errors in judgment, leading to less than optimal outcomes.

Propinquity

Refers to the physical or psychological proximity between people.

Collectivist Society

A society that emphasizes communal goals, cooperation, and the welfare of the group over individual interests.

Tendency to Conform

The inclination of individuals to adjust their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors in agreement with social norms or group standards.