Many Cognitive Psychologists Believe That Learning and Understanding Are Often

question 69

Multiple Choice

Many cognitive psychologists believe that learning and understanding are often constructive in nature. Three of the following scenarios illustrate such construction. Which scenario does not necessarily involve construction in learning?

• A) Although no one has ever told her so, Peggy thinks that the night sky is a large black blanket covering the earth and that the blanket has tiny holes through which the stars shine.
• B) Mr. McFarland asks his third graders to practice their multiplication tables every day. After a month of such practice, Misty can retrieve all the basic multiplication facts quickly and easily.
• C) When George reads about the Vietnam War in his history book, he comes to the conclusion that the United States should never have gotten involved in Southeast Asia.
• D) Because the word photosynthesis begins with photo, Jeremy erroneously guesses that it must have something to do with creating photographs.

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Definitions:

Behavioral Therapeutic Technique

A range of treatments based on the principles of behaviorism and cognitive psychology, aimed at changing maladaptive or unwanted behaviors.

Biological Treatment

Treatments that address psychiatric disorders or diseases through physical interventions, such as medications or surgery.

Biological Treatment

Therapies targeting the biological underpinnings of diseases or disorders, such as medication, surgery, or changes in diet.

Depressive Disorders

A range of conditions characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities, significantly affecting a person's daily life.