Piaget Argued That,in Comparison with Adolescents,young Adults

question 49

Multiple Choice

Piaget argued that,in comparison with adolescents,young adults:

• A)possess more knowledge
• B)strain to retrieve information
• C)have double the attention span
• D)are more egocentric and impulsive

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Definitions:

Characteristic Adaptation

Patterns of behavior that are developed in response to the environment and are consistent over time and situations.

Basic Tendency

An underlying characteristic or predisposition to respond to the environment in a certain way, often considered stable over time.

Reticular Activating System

A network of nerves in the brainstem that plays a key role in regulating wakefulness, attention, and sleep-wake transitions.

Temperament

A person's or animal's nature, especially as it permanently affects their behavior.