Devon Has Just Begun to Use Objects to Stand for Other

question 123

Multiple Choice

Devon has just begun to use objects to stand for other objects. For instance, his current favorite game is to pretend to play guitar on a toy golf club. Devon is probably in Piaget's stage.

• A)formal operations
• B)sensorimotor
• C)postoperational
• D)preoperational
• E)concrete operations

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Definitions:

Lack of Discretion

The absence of autonomy or freedom in making decisions or acting in certain situations.

Legitimate Power

Refers to power that is officially sanctioned and recognized by the authority structures of an organization or society.

Reward Power

The ability to influence others' behavior by controlling their access to desired resources or rewards.

Coercive Power

A form of power that is based on the ability to deliver punishments or impose penalties for noncompliance.