The Trait of Optimism Is Most Closely Related to a Strong

question 13

Multiple Choice

The trait of optimism is most closely related to a strong sense of

• A) conditional positive regard.
• B) free association.
• C) reciprocal determinism.
• D) personal control.

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Definitions:

Sensorimotor Period

A stage in early childhood (from birth to about 2 years of age) where learning occurs through sensory experiences and manipulating objects.

Assimilation

Assimilation is a cognitive process where individuals integrate new information into existing frameworks or schemas.

Accommodation

In cognitive development, the process of modifying existing cognitive schemas, perceptions, and understandings to incorporate new information.

Sensorimotor

Relating to or involving both sensory and motor functions, or the stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development (from birth to about 2 years) where infants learn through sensory and motor interaction with the world.