The Piagetian Notion That Young Children Cannot Distinguish Mental Activity

question 56

Multiple Choice

The Piagetian notion that young children cannot distinguish mental activity from physical events is called

• A) realism.
• B) operationism.
• C) animism.
• D) egocentrism.

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Definitions:

Extrinsic Motivation

Motivation driven by external rewards such as money, fame, grades, and praise.

External Reward

Relates to incentives or rewards that come from an outside source, rather than from within, and motivate behavior.

Consummate Love

According to Sternberg’s theory, the most complete form of love, consisting of all three components—intimacy, passion, and commitment.

Sternberg

Refers to Robert Sternberg, an American psychologist known for his theories on intelligence, creativity, love, and wisdom.