In 1956, Thomas and Chess Proposed the Concept of __________

question 20

Multiple Choice

In 1956, Thomas and Chess proposed the concept of __________.

• A)temperament
• B)physiological set
• C)bio-personality
• D)genetics

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Definitions:

Mental Set

A tendency to approach situations in a certain way because that method worked in the past, possibly hindering the ability to find alternative solutions.

Cognitive Map

A mental representation of the layout of one’s environment.

Confirmation Bias

The tendency to search for, interpret, favor, and recall information in a way that confirms one's preexisting beliefs or hypotheses.

Overextension

A concept in language acquisition where a child applies a word to a wider set of objects or actions than it is meant to.