There Is Widespread Support Among Scholars for the Proposition That

question 53

Multiple Choice

There is widespread support among scholars for the proposition that the stage of formal operations constitutes a universal human potential, but __________.

• A)only a very small and select group of elite humans have this potential
• B)no one can figure out how to test this hypothesis
• C)there is very little support for this position
• D)the form it takes depends on the kinds of problems people in that culture encounter in their daily lives

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Definitions:

Secondary Reinforcer

A stimulus that has become reinforcing by being associated with a primary reinforcer; it indirectly satisfies biological needs.

Neutral Value

A concept or object regarded as being without inherent positive or negative connotations or effects, often seen in a neutral context.

Past Experience

The knowledge and skills acquired through previous events or activities in one's life or career.

Prevalence

The proportion of a population found to have a condition at a specific time.