Esther Thelen, Linda Smith, and Colleagues Concluded That the A-Not-B

question 92

Multiple Choice

Esther Thelen, Linda Smith, and colleagues concluded that the A-not-B task was influenced by motor activities and attention. Which theoretical perspective influenced this conclusion?

• A) dynamic-systems
• B) overlapping waves
• C) sociocultural
• D) information-processing

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Definitions:

Peer Status

The level of social acceptance or respect given to an individual by their peers.

Cultural Standards

Values, beliefs, and norms shared by a group of people, which dictate the acceptable behavior, language, and practices within that culture.

Developmental Processes

The series of changes and growth that occur throughout the life cycle of living organisms, especially humans.

Middle Childhood

A developmental stage that occurs approximately between the ages of 6 and 12 years, characterized by significant growth in cognitive, emotional, and social abilities.