Which of the following statements most accurately describes a schema?

A) It refers to people who are weak during birth and are underdeveloped until the age of 15.
B) It refers to innate prejudices mediating cognitive and perceptual experiences.
C) It is a mental framework that guides people as they experience the world around them.
D) It is an irrational image mostly found in very neurotic people.

Schema

Mental structures that influence how information is interpreted and processed; essential for understanding complex environments.

Mental Framework

The underlying structure of beliefs, ideas, and attitudes that shapes an individual's perception and understanding of the world.

Cognitive

Pertaining to mental processes, including perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning, as related to the acquisition, understanding, and use of knowledge.