In the Conservation Task, Asking Children Whether Both Beakers Have

question 79

Multiple Choice

In the conservation task, asking children whether both beakers have the same amount of water and to watch the pouring carefully may result in

• A) children becoming confused by the task.
• B) children understanding conservation before they are 7 years old.
• C) children expecting a change in the amounts.
• D) an increased number of incorrect answers to the task.

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