Information Is

question 157

Multiple Choice

Information is

• A) names and numbers from a large phonebook.
• B) controlled flow of words for a useful purpose.
• C) the useful interpretation of facts and figures.
• D) proven facts.
• E) raw facts and figures.

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Definitions:

Formal Operational

The stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where individuals develop the ability to think abstractly, reason logically, and understand hypothetical situations.

Preoperational

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, occurring from approximately 2 to 7 years of age, characterized by symbolic thought but not yet capable of logical operations.

Second-Order Operations

Second-order operations refer to the ability to think about thoughts themselves, involving complex cognitive processes like reflection and abstraction, often developing during adolescence.

Abstract Operations

A stage of cognitive development according to Piaget, characterized by the ability to think logically about abstract concepts and hypothetical situations.