Which of the Following Is an Example of Private Speech

question 146

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of private speech in slightly older children?

• A) A first-grader displaying externalized speech during math problem solving.
• B) A third-grader counting on his fingers to solve a math problem.
• C) A seventh-grader verbally thinking through the steps of a math problem in her head.
• D) None of these.

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Definitions:

DC Motor

A motor that runs on direct current electricity, converting electrical energy into mechanical rotation with variations like brushless or brushed types.

Load Torque

The torque required by a load, the resistance against which a motor or engine works to cause rotational movement.

Armature Resistance

Resistance within the armature of an electric machine, such as a motor or generator, which can affect efficiency and performance by opposing current flow.

Mechanical Rectifier

A device that converts alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC) through mechanical means, historically used before electronic rectifiers became common.