Which of the following is a limitation of Jean Piaget's cognitive development theory?
A. It ignores the role of perceptual skills in cognitive development.
B. It does not include the knowledge a child gains through his or her senses.
C. It omits the social component of cognitive development.
D. It does not include the knowledge a child gains by engaging in abstract reasoning or scientific reasoning.
Answer: C
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