According to Vygotsky, which of these is a key factor in a child's cognitive development?

a) balanced diet
b) social interactions
c) genetic endowment
d) successful resolution of psychosocial crises


ANS: B

Psychology

You might also like to view...

Morrie Schwartz says, in his conversation with Mitch, "Once you learn how to die, you learn how to live.". What does he mean?

a. Death is no different from life. b. When you die, you live in the hereafter. c. When you accept the reality of death, you become more appreciative of life. d. Death dominates life, leaving the day-to-day realities of life meaningless.

Psychology

What was the focus of early 20th century sexuality education movement of the American Society of Sanitary and Moral Prophylaxis?

a. Pregnancy prevention b. STI prevention c. Preventing premarital sex d. Providing information about intimate relationships

Psychology

From birth until age 2 years, the density of dendrites in the cortex increases

twofold. threefold. fivefold. tenfold.

Psychology

Which of the following is true of dreams?

a. Men are equally likely to dream of children than are women. b. Men dream about men twice as often as they dream of women. c. Americans seldom dream of being naked in public. d. Male dreams are more likely to feature friendly exchanges rather than hostility. e. Adults are more likely than children to dream of large, threatening animals.

Psychology