Results from Studies Examining the Information-Processing Abilities of Young Children

question 242

Multiple Choice

Results from studies examining the information-processing abilities of young children are often used to argue that cognitive development is _____________.

• A)determined by sensitive periods
• B)schema-driven
• C)discontinuous and in stages
• D)continuous and gradual

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