Which of the Following Statements Is True of Piaget's Preoperational

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of Piaget's preoperational stage?

• A)Preoperational thought is less symbolic than sensorimotor thought.
• B)The child in this stage understands the concept of conservation.
• C)The symbolic thinking of children in this stage is limited.
• D)It lasts from about 7 to 11 years of age.

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