Question

The cognitive process of integrating new information with existing knowledge is:

• A. Accommodation
• B. Equilibration
• C. Adaptation
• D. Assimilation

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Assimilation

Assimilation in Cognitive Development

• Jean Piaget, a well-known psychologist, introduced the concept of assimilation as part of his theory of cognitive development.

• In assimilation, a person incorporates new experiences or information into their existing mental framework (schema) without changing its structure.

• It helps individuals make sense of new experiences by relating them to what they already know.