Which of the Following Skills Is Not a Part of the Formal

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which of the following skills is not a part of the formal operational stage of cognitive development?

• A) abstract thinking
• B) logical thinking
• C) images of ideal circumstances
• D) All of these are a part of the formal operational stage.

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Definitions:

Working Memories

A mental system with limited space designated for momentarily keeping data accessible for manipulation.

Implicit Memories

Memories that influence thoughts and behaviors without entering conscious awareness, such as skills and tasks learned through experience.

Episodic Memory

A category of enduring memory tasked with retrieving distinct occurrences, scenarios, and impressions, along with the settings and emotional responses related to them.

Nondeclarative Memories

Nondeclarative memories involve knowledge or skills one can express through performance rather than conscious recollection, such as riding a bike or playing an instrument.