Stage Theories of Cognitive Development Generally Make Three Assumptions; Which

question 25

Multiple Choice

Stage theories of cognitive development generally make three assumptions; which of the following is not a common assumption?

• A) each stage is equal in duration for all children
• B) all aspects of cognition are assumed to develop across stages in an integrated fashion, affecting all aspects of thinking and reasoning
• C) children pass through the stages in the same order and no stage can be skipped
• D) the stages are considered to be universal, describing the pattern of development for all children, regardless of culture or educational background

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