In a Research Study 6-Year-Olds and 14-Year-Olds Are Asked to Sort

question 44

Multiple Choice

In a research study 6-year-olds and 14-year-olds are asked to sort coloured cards.In order to increase performance, will it be helpful to tell the participants to pay attention to the colours, while ignoring the shape of the cards?

• A)It will be equally helpful to both age groups.
• B)It will be helpful only to the younger age group.
• C)It will not be helpful to either group.
• D)It will be helpful to the older group.

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