What are the four stages of cognitive development according to Piaget?
Cognitive Development in Psychology

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Initial stage, Intermediate stage, Advanced stage, Expert stage
Basic stage, Advanced stage, Elite stage, Master stage
Primary stage, Secondary stage, Tertiary stage, Quaternary stage
Sensorimotor stage, Preoperational stage, Concrete operational stage, Formal operational stage
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An explanation for Vygotsky's sociocultural theory and its impact on cognitive development is:
Vygotsky's theory focuses solely on individual development without considering social interactions
Vygotsky's theory emphasizes the importance of physical environment over social interactions in cognitive development
Vygotsky's sociocultural theory highlights the importance of social interactions and cultural context in shaping cognitive development.
Vygotsky's theory suggests that cognitive development is predetermined and not influenced by external factors
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The main principles of the information processing theory are:
Decoding, processing, and analyzing information simultaneously
Storing, deleting, and updating information in real-time
Encoding, storage, and retrieval of information in stages.
Retrieving, transmitting, and encrypting information concurrently
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What is theory of mind and how does it develop in children?
Theory of mind is the ability to read others' thoughts through telepathy
Theory of mind is a concept that children are born with and do not develop over time
Theory of mind is solely influenced by genetic factors and not social interactions
Theory of mind is the understanding that others have beliefs, desires, intentions, and perspectives different from one's own. It develops in children around the age of 4-5 through social interactions, pretend play, and observing others.
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How does language development play a role in cognitive development in children?
Language development has no impact on cognitive development in children.
Language development enhances memory, problem-solving skills, and overall mental processing in children.
Language development hinders problem-solving skills in children.
Language development only affects social skills in children.
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What are the key cognitive changes that occur during adolescence?
Improved reasoning skills, increased ability for abstract thinking, development of metacognition, and enhanced decision-making abilities.
Decreased reasoning skills
Underdeveloped metacognition
Limited ability for abstract thinking
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At what age range do children typically go through the sensorimotor stage according to Piaget?
From 3 to 5 years old
From birth to about 2 years old
From 6 to 8 years old
From 9 to 12 years old
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