According to Piaget, What Does Egocentric Speech Indicate About the Child

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Multiple Choice

According to Piaget, what does egocentric speech indicate about the child?

• A)It is a sign of use of language to mediate behaviour and facilitate performance of difficult tasks.
• B)It is a sign of cognitive immaturity and egocentrism that characterizes preschoolers and early-grade-school children.
• C)It is a sign of cognitive immaturity and should be discouraged among young children so that it does not interfere with task performance.
• D)It is a sign that the child is cognitively gifted.

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Definitions:

Physical Conditions

The state of the physical environment or an individual's physical health and well-being.

Basically Good

The belief in the inherent goodness of people, suggesting that individuals are fundamentally inclined towards positive behavior.

Reactive Response

An action or behavior that is a direct reaction to a stimulus or situation, often without premeditated planning.

Misbehavior

Actions or conduct that deviate from accepted norms, rules, or ethics, often leading to disciplinary measures.