A Child Is Upset Because She Wants to Go to Sleep

question 27

Multiple Choice

A child is upset because she wants to go to sleep but the sun won't "turn off" because the time is 8:30 and that is her bedtime. How would Piaget explain this thought process?

• A) Time inclusion problem
• B) Precausal thinking
• C) Lack of time conservation
• D) Metacognition
• E) Time-error fallacy

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Definitions:

Proximity

The physical or psychological closeness between people, objects, or ideas, which can influence social relations and interactions.

Physical Nearness

The spatial proximity of one object or person to another, which can influence social interactions and relationships.

Social Connections

The relationships individuals have with others, which can provide emotional, informational, and practical support.

Loneliness

A subjective feeling of isolation or being alone, regardless of the amount of social contact or presence of others, often accompanied by sadness or discomfort.