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Children move from reflex actions to goal-directed activity in__________?

Correct answer: D. Sensorimotor stage

  • A. Concrete operational stage
  • B. Pre-natal period
  • C. Post-natal period
  • D. Sensorimotor stage

Explanation

The sensorimotor stage begins with reflexive actions and gradually progresses to intentional, goal-directed activity. This is the first stage in Piaget's cognitive development theory.

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