A toddler sees his mother lying in bed because she doesn't feel well, so he gives her his favorite blanket because he knows that it always makes him feel better. This is an example of
A. egocentrism.
B. animism.
C. conservation.
D. transductive reasoning.
Answer: A
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A. the activities may be done in isolation rather than as a sequential, coordinated curriculum. B. students might experience despair or hopelessness because the lessons deal only with huge problems those students cannot help to solve. C. students may be encouraged to choose simplistic solutions that won't solve the problem. D. lots of time will be devoted to the study and result in in-depth knowledge of the issue.
Why is the incidence of Usher syndrome so much higher in Louisiana than in other parts of the country?
A) Poor nutrition and living conditions in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina resulted in more children born with this disorder. B) This genetic condition appears to coincide with musical abilities; the jazz community in New Orleans has the highest incidence of this syndrome. C) The genetic condition is common among those with Cajun ancestry, and more prevalent in small, tight-knit communities. D) The condition is carried by a particular species of mosquito that is more common in Louisiana than elsewhere.
Which of the following is the best way to pose a task to students so that they experience doing mathematics?
A. Give an example of how to do a problem that is similar to the one you have selected, but slightly easier, so the students know what to do. B. Share the problem, ask students to explore, stop them to see how they are doing, and let them keep going. C. Teach the skill that is needed to solve the problem first, then give this problem as an extension. D. Have the students take the problem home and solve it, then bring it back to school to discuss
The primary purpose of prekindergarten is school readiness. School readiness is indicated by the child’s:
A. ability to sit quietly for long periods. B. ability to read. C. successful toilet training. D. various competencies related to success in kindergarten.