The Problem-Solving Ability Known as "Selective Comparison" Involves Comparing New

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Multiple Choice

The problem-solving ability known as "selective comparison" involves comparing new problems with

• A)old information or with problems already solved.
• B)novel possibilities for the uses of the objects within the problem.
• C)mental images of projected solutions.
• D)seemingly unrelated bits of information.

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Definitions:

Child's Creativity

The natural ability of children to use their imagination and inventiveness to create something new or original.

Guiding Methods

Techniques or strategies used to direct or influence the behavior or learning process of others.

Preoperational Characteristic

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where children from ages 2 to 7 engage in symbolic play and struggle with logic and taking the perspective of others.

Egocentrism

The inability to distinguish between one’s own perspective and someone else’s, often seen in early childhood development.