Metacognition refers to the
A) very rapid increase in cognitive abilities experienced during adolescence.
B) knowledge people have about their own thinking processes and the ability to monitor
their own cognition.
C) stage of development that, according to Piaget, characterizes adolescents' thoughts.
D) ability to solve multiple problems at the same time.
B
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