Some Adults Fail to Solve Formal-Operational Problems

question 40

Multiple Choice

Some adults fail to solve formal-operational problems.Which statement best summarizes the research findings for why this may occur?

• A)He or she is below average in intelligence or developmentally delayed.
• B)He or she lacks the ability for abstract thinking.
• C)He or she may lack experience with the content of that particular type of problem.
• D)He or she lacks all ability for formal-operational thinking.

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Definitions:

Compliance

The tendency to agree to do things requested by others, often to conform with social norms or expectations.

Reciprocity Norm

A social norm suggesting that people should return the help they have received from others, creating a system of mutual cooperation and support.

Consistency Principle

The psychological tendency to remain aligned with our previous beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors to maintain a sense of self-consistency.

Need for Acceptance

A psychological condition where individuals seek acknowledgment and approval from others to feel valued and connected.