Question

Which of the following is a characteristic of Piaget’s theory?

• A. Development is a continuous process with no distinct stages.
• B. Social interaction is the main driver of cognitive development.
• C. Cognitive development occurs in distinct, universal stages.
• D. Learning precedes cognitive development.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Cognitive development occurs in distinct, universal stages.

• Piaget’s theory identifies four distinct stages of development that all individuals progress through in the same order, regardless of culture or environment.