Vito, Age 5, and His Uncle Are Playing with Cookie

question 97

Multiple Choice

Vito, age 5, and his uncle are playing with cookie dough. They make two round balls of the same size. Vito flattens one ball of cookie dough into a pancake shape on the baking sheet and says, "Look, now this one has more dough." In this context, Vito does not yet understand

• A) assimilation.
• B) egocentrism.
• C) conservation.
• D) object permanence.

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Definitions:

Performance

The act of carrying out or accomplishing an action, task, or function, often measured against known standards of accuracy, completeness, and speed.

Hindrance Stressors

Are aspects of the work environment or job tasks that impede progress toward achieving personal goals or fulfilling needs, leading to stress.

Strains

The pressure or tension experienced in a substance or object, or metaphorically, in an individual's psychological or emotional state.

Eustress

Positive stress that motivates individuals, leading to improved performance and well-being.