Asked by Shakira Castro on May 09, 2024

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Which of the following statements is true of Piaget's preoperational stage?

A) Preoperational thought is less symbolic than sensorimotor thought.
B) The child in this stage understands the concept of conservation.
C) The symbolic thinking of children in this stage is limited.
D) It lasts from about 7 to 11 years of age.

Preoperational Stage

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development (ages 2-7) where children develop memory and imagination, but do not yet think logically.

Piaget's

Refers to the developmental theory created by Jean Piaget, which outlines how children actively construct knowledge as they explore and interact with their world.

Symbolic Thinking

The ability to use symbols, words, or objects to represent something that is not physically present.

  • Acquire knowledge on how cognitive functions develop and operate from birth through old age.
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Melinda AndrewsMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Piaget believed that during the preoperational stage, children's thinking is limited to egocentric, intuitive, and symbolic thought. They may have difficulty understanding abstract concepts and struggle with conservation tasks.