Question

According to Jean Piaget’s theory of cognitive development, which of the following types of thinking are demonstrated at the preoperational level? 1. egocentric 2. lack of understanding 3. law of conservation centration 4. logical abstract

Answer 1

Answer:

1. egocentric

Explanation:

The Preoperational Stage

Ages: 2 to 7 Years

Major Characteristics and Developmental Changes:

Children begin to think symbolically and learn to use words and pictures to represent objects.

Children at this stage tend to be egocentric and struggle to see things from the perspective of others.

While they are getting better with language and thinking, they still tend to think about things in very concrete terms.