The Apparent (Or Relative)brightness of Two Objects Will Remain the Same

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Multiple Choice

The apparent (or relative) brightness of two objects will remain the same as long as

• A)both objects are of similar size.
• B)both objects are of similar shape.
• C)both objects are illuminated by the same amount of light.
• D)each object is illuminated by a different amount of light.

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Definitions:

Sensorimotor Period

The first of the four stages of cognitive development in Piaget's theory, occurring from birth to age 2, characterized by the development of physical interaction with the environment.

Cognitive Development

The process concerning how thought, intelligence, and language processes change as people grow from infants into adults.

Piaget

A Swiss psychologist known for his theory of cognitive development which outlines how children's intellectual abilities evolve as they grow.

Concrete Operations

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, typically occurring between 7 and 11 years of age, during which children gain a better understanding of mental operations and can think logically about concrete events.