Although Jean Piaget Assumed That Children Under the Age of ___________

question 495

Multiple Choice

Although Jean Piaget assumed that children under the age of ___________ have great difficulty understanding other people's mental states, recent studies have suggested that children have some understanding that other people's perspectives can differ from their own by the age of ___________.

• A)8 to 9; 7
• B)6 to 7; 4
• C)4 to 5; 3
• D)3; 2

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Definitions:

Agentic State

A psychological state in which an individual acts as an agent for another, following orders or directions rather than acting from personal autonomy.

Experimenter

A researcher who conducts experiments, utilizing controlled conditions to test hypotheses and observe effects in various fields of study.

Social Pressures

The influence that a group exerts on individuals to conform to expected behaviors, attitudes, or values.

Negative Situation

An unfavorable or adverse condition, setting, or circumstance which may cause stress or harm.