If Scientific Research Produces a Technological Breakthrough in the Production

question 56

Multiple Choice

If scientific research produces a technological breakthrough in the production of computer memory, then

• A) business costs will increase, profits will fall, and production will decrease.
• B) business costs will fall, but profits will also fall, and production will decrease.
• C) business costs will fall, profits will improve, and production will increase.
• D) profits will increase because businesses will cut back production.

Understanding the significance of conservation tasks in assessing the stages of cognitive development.

Identifying characteristics of different stages of cognitive development, including preoperational and concrete operational stages.

Appreciating the contributions of various researchers to the understanding of cognitive development.

Understanding gender and identity issues in the context of psychological development.