AP PSYCHOLOGY

DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

INFANCY AND CHILDHOOD PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Children in middle childhood are in Piaget’s ____ stage, which extends from about 7 to 11 years.
A
concrete operational
B
preoperational
C
sensorimotor
D
formal operation
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The concrete operational stage is the third stage in Piaget’s theory of cognitive development. This period spans the time of middle childhood, it begins around age 7 and continues until approximately age 11. It is characterized by the development of logical thought.

Detailed explanation-2: -From ages 7 to 11, the school-aged child continues to develop in what Piaget referred to as the concrete operational stage of cognitive development. This involves mastering the use of logic in concrete ways.

Detailed explanation-3: -From ages 7 to 11, children are in what Piaget referred to as the concrete operational stage of cognitive development (Crain, 2005). This involves mastering the use of logic in concrete ways.

Detailed explanation-4: -Developmental Milestones Having independence from family becomes more important now. Events such as starting school bring children this age into regular contact with the larger world. Friendships become more and more important. Physical, social, and mental skills develop quickly at this time.

Detailed explanation-5: -Middle Childhood (9-11 years of age)

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