_____ Is an Example of a Scale Error

question 99

Multiple Choice

_____ is an example of a scale error.

• A) Attempting to put one's own foot into a tiny doll shoe
• B) Attempting to reach for an object that is too far away
• C) Misjudging that one can successfully walk down a too-steep incline
• D) Mistakenly believing that a large sponge is heavier than a large rock

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Definitions:

Metacognition

The awareness and understanding of one's own thought processes.

Cognitive Development

The process by which individuals acquire and evolve in their problem-solving abilities, memory, perception, and language.

Conservation of Volume

Conservation of volume is a concept in cognitive development identified by Piaget, indicating a child's understanding that the volume of liquid remains unchanged despite the shape of its container.

Working Memory

Working memory is a cognitive system responsible for temporarily holding and processing information needed for complex tasks like learning, reasoning, and comprehension.