According to Piaget, How Would the Problem-Solving Abilities of a 15-Year-Old

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Multiple Choice

According to Piaget, how would the problem-solving abilities of a 15-year-old differ from those of a 30-year-old:

• A) Their problem-solving abilities would not differ substantially, although the 30-year-old might know more things.
• B) The 15-year-old would be better at conservation tasks.
• C) The 30-year-old would be better at conservation tasks.
• D) The 30-year old would be much more likely to use hypothetical reasoning when solving scientific problems.

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Definitions:

Confrontation

Confrontation is a direct engagement or conflict between individuals or groups over differing beliefs, opinions, or interests.

Projection

A defense mechanism where individuals attribute their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or motives to another person.

Identification

The process by which an individual aligns themselves with the values, beliefs, and practices of another person or group, often as a role model.

Sublimation

A defense mechanism in which socially unacceptable impulses are transformed into socially acceptable actions or behaviors.