Which of these is an example of Jean Piaget's concept of accommodation?
a) Sandy is delighted when her mother cuts a carrot in two so she can have "more carrots."
b) Dana does not react at all after a piece of cardboard is placed between her and a toy rabbit.
c) Alice knows a pig is not a house pet, although she wanted one as a pet when she first saw it.
d) Ted has been playing the drums; when given an opportunity to play the piano he plays it like he plays the drums.
C
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a. They are essential to the diagnosis of dementia. b. They only occur in early-onset forms of dementia. c. They are frequently associated with dementia and have an impact on the person's adjustment. d. They are among the most important causes of dementia.
By what age do children accept death as universal and final?
A. 12 B. 10 C. 9 D. 5
Boris has been under a great deal of stress. Which of the following is most likely true?
a. His immune system is weakened. b. His immune system is strengthened. c. His immune system is unaffected. d. His immune system has become part of the respiratory system.
Which of the following is true about the presence of irrelevant information in middle childhood?
a. Children are able to ignore irrelevant information. b. Although still affected by irrelevant information, children in middle childhood are less affected than younger children. c. Children do not show the ability to ignore irrelevant information until adolescence. d. The majority of adults cannot ignore irrelevant information.