Equilibration and Change in thinking review

1. What is equilibration in cognitive development?

a) A balance between new information and existing knowledge
b) A state of constant disequilibrium
c) The process of forgetting outdated information
d) A child’s ability to ignore new experiences

a) A balance between new information and existing knowledge

2. What does Piaget believe triggers changes in a child's thinking?

a) External rewards and punishments
b) Internal changes in the brain's structure
c) Parental influence on behavior
d) Cultural traditions

b) Internal changes in the brain's structure

3. What happens when a child encounters new information that doesn't fit with their existing knowledge?

a) The child rejects the new information
b) The child experiences equilibrium
c) The child enters a state of disequilibrium and seeks to accommodate the new information
d) The child does not seek any changes in thinking

c) The child enters a state of disequilibrium and seeks to accommodate the new information

4. What motivates a child to seek out new learning experiences, according to the theory of equilibration?

a) The desire to forget old information
b) A need to achieve equilibrium
c) The physical growth of the brain
d) The pressure from external sources

b) A need to achieve equilibrium

5. How do physical changes in the brain influence cognitive development, according to Piaget?

a) They have no significant impact on cognitive abilities
b) They cause the brain to forget previously learned material
c) They lead to the development of thinking and problem-solving skills
d) They prevent the child from adapting to new information

c) They lead to the development of thinking and problem-solving skills