One of the most important criticisms of Piaget's theory of cognitive development is that

A) his theory had very little impact on psychologists' understanding of how children's minds develop.
B) the popularity of his theory was short-lived.
C) his theory was never scientifically tested.
D) recent research suggests his theory has underestimated the abilities of infants and overestimated the abilities of adults.

Piaget's Theory

A theory of cognitive development that describes how children develop logical thinking and reasoning skills through four stages of development.

Cognitive Development

The mental process of growth and change in intellectual functioning, including learning, memory, problem-solving, and decision-making, throughout the lifespan.

Recent Research

This term refers to studies or scientific investigations that have been conducted in the near past and add to the current knowledge base.