Which theoretical perspective has become an important alternative to the Piagetian approach?

A. behavior modification
B. classical conditioning
C. information processing
D. social-cognitive learning


Answer: C

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Which perspective specifically focuses on the relationship between individuals and their physical, cognitive, personality, and social worlds?

A. humanistic B. contextual C. cognitive D. behavioral

Which theory emphasizes how cognitive development proceeds as a result of social interactions between members of a culture?

A. interconnectedness B. sociocultural C. bioecological D. contextual

Why has Freud's psychodynamic perspective been called into question by modern theorists?

A. Freud assigned too small a role to unconscious forces. B. Many of Freud's ideas have not been validated by research. C. Freud focused too much on the importance of social interaction in shaping behavior. D. Freud presented an overly optimistic view of humanity.