Which Term Describes Each of the Following Concrete Operational Skills

question 128

Multiple Choice

Which term describes each of the following concrete operational skills? (1) understanding that an increase in one dimension of a substance can make up for a loss in another dimension of the substance; (2) understanding that changing the shape of a substance doesn't change its amount; (3) realizing that candy is the name for both chocolate and gummy bears.

• A) (1) decentering; (2) conservation of mass; (3) class inclusion
• B) (1) conservation of mass; (2) class inclusion; (3) decentering
• C) (1) decentering; (2) class inclusion; (3) conservation of mass
• D) (1) conservation of mass; (2) decentering; (3) class inclusion

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Definitions:

Empirical Research

A way of gaining knowledge by means of direct and indirect observation or experience.

Happiness

A state of well-being and contentment characterized by positive emotions ranging from joy to intense pleasure.

Common-Sense

Pertains to sound practical judgment concerning everyday matters or a basic ability to perceive, understand, and judge things shared by nearly all people.

Belongingness Hypothesis

The theory suggesting that humans have an innate need to form and maintain strong, stable interpersonal relationships.