How Do Neo-Piagetian Models of Cognitive Development Differ from Piaget's

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Multiple Choice

How do neo-Piagetian models of cognitive development differ from Piaget's original theory?

• A)They incorporate the notion of parallel, distributed processing of information in human cognition.
• B)They incorporate the role that adults and more knowledgeable peers play in cognitive development.
• C)They do not incorporate the concept of stages with respect to cognitive development.
• D)They incorporate age-related changes in working memory and executive control processes.

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Definitions:

Gender

A social construct regarding roles, behaviors, activities, and attributes that a given society considers appropriate for men and women.

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Interaction Effect

The effect that arises when the impact of one independent variable on the dependent variable depends on the level of another independent variable.

Independent Variable

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