A Central Criticism of Piaget's Theory of Development Takes Issue

question 124

Multiple Choice

A central criticism of Piaget's theory of development takes issue with his argument that:

• A) development proceeds in stages
• B) differentiating self from objects is as important as Piaget makes it appear
• C) individuals go through the developmental stages in the same order
• D) object permanence develops more quickly in females than males

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Definitions:

Prostate Gland

A gland in males located below the bladder surrounding the urethra, secreting fluid that is a component of semen.

Spermatic Cord

A bundle of fibers and tissues passing through the abdominal wall and into the testes, involved in blood supply, waste removal, and sperm delivery.

Ductus Deferens

The ductus deferens, also known as the vas deferens, is a tube that carries sperm from the testes to the urethra, serving as a key component of the male reproductive system.

Seminal Vesicle

A gland in men that secretes a fluid component of semen into the urethra.