Which of the Following Is an Example of a Positive

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a positive statement?

• A) We should cut back on our use of carbon-based fuels such as coal and oil.
• B) Increasing the minimum wage results in more unemployment.
• C) Every American should have equal access to health care.
• D) The Federal Reserve ought to cut the interest rate.

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Definitions:

Decentering

A cognitive ability to consider multiple aspects of a situation or adopt another person's perspective, vital in developing empathy and solving problems effectively.

Preoperational

A developmental stage in Jean Piaget's theory, characterized by symbolic thought and egocentrism, typically from ages 2 to 7.

Concrete Operational

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where children aged 7-12 years develop logical thinking but still struggle with abstract concepts.

Tertiary Circular Reactions

A cognitive developmental phase in Jean Piaget's theory, occurring around 12 to 18 months of age, during which infants begin to experiment and explore the properties of objects through novel actions.