Dr Waldron Is Conducting an Experiment and Shows a Child

question 164

Multiple Choice

Dr. Waldron is conducting an experiment and shows a child two clay "sausages" that are identical in size and shape. He then allows the child to watch as he rolls one of the clay sausages into a longer, thinner sausage. Dr. Waldron then asks the child whether the two clay sausages still contain the same amount of clay. A child in Piaget's preoperational stage would be MOST likely to say

• A) "Yes, they have the same amount of clay."
• B) "No, the longer sausage has more clay than the shorter sausage."
• C) "No, the shorter sausage has more clay than the longer sausage."
• D) "Wait, I don't understand. How did you make that sausage bigger?"

Identify the anatomical features of bones and joints through diagrams or descriptions.

Describe the types of joints based on their structural classification and movements allowed.

Understand the role of synovial fluid and the articular capsule in joint movement and health.

Explain the importance of cartilage and ligaments in providing joint stability and shock absorption.

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Definitions:

Ego

The component of the mind in psychoanalytic theory that mediates between the unconscious desires of the id and the moral constraints of the superego.

Present Behavior

The current actions or mannerisms exhibited by an individual, as observed or reported at a given time.

Conscious Plans

Thoughtfully considered actions or decisions one intends to carry out, fully aware and deliberate.

Perseverative Functional Autonomy

A psychological concept referring to repetitive behaviors that continue because they have become habits or have intrinsic value, not because they are driven by the original motives.