If a teacher were to apply Siegler's findings on the use of problem-solving strategies in the classroom, the teacher would
a. want to find out about the number of books in the child's home.
b. try to notice just what aspect of a problem is causing the child some difficulty.
c. discourage the use of metacognitive strategies.
d. stop using recognition tests in favor of recall exams.
b
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What will be an ideal response?
A component of memory related to sensation is sometimes referred to as
a. echoic memory. b. short-term memory. c. fleeting memory. d. There is no such component to memory.
Which of the following describes the probable reaction of a 3-month-old who hears another infant crying?
A) cries in response to the infant's crying B) attempts to pat and comfort the other infant C) watches the other infant with a sense of curiosity D) cries louder than the other infant to gain a caregiver's attention
Research confirms that an effective way to reduce prejudice—in children and adults alike—is through
A) therapy. B) educational classes. C) open communication. D) intergroup contact.