Which One of the Following Best Illustrates How Sociocognitive Conflict

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following best illustrates how sociocognitive conflict might promote cognitive development?

• A) Two children work together on a crossword puzzle that includes the week's new spelling words.
• B) The students in a cooperative learning group discuss different ways of solving a difficult math problem.
• C) A teenage boy worries that his friends might think he's a "nerd" if he refuses a can of beer at a party.
• D) Two students help each other prepare for a quiz by giving each other practice test questions.

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Definitions:

Message Framing

The presentation of information and messages in a way that influences how people understand and respond to it.

Equal Opportunity

The principle that all individuals should have the same chances to succeed, without discrimination based on race, gender, or other personal characteristics.

Reverse Discrimination

A phenomenon where affirmative action intended to redress discrimination inadvertently causes discrimination against majority or non-targeted groups.

Threat Message

Communication that warns of potential harm, encouraging individuals to take action to avoid negative consequences.