According to Jean Piaget, what is the first stage of cognitive development, occurring from birth to two years of age?
Correct answer: A. Sensorimotor stage
- A. Sensorimotor stage
- B. Infant cognition stage
- C. Object permanance
- D. Sensory information stage
Explanation
Piaget’s sensorimotor stage covers birth to approximately two years and is defined by learning through sensory experiences and motor actions. Object permanence develops during this stage but is not the name of the stage itself.
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