Jason figures out that if he pulls a chair to the counter, he can reach the cookies that his mother placed on the counter. His is an example of which element of cognitive development?
A. Planning
B. Self- monitoring
C. Problem solving
D. Evaluating
my answer is A.
True, but there's a better answer.
Your answer, A. Planning, is incorrect.
The correct answer is C. Problem solving.
Explanation:
Cognitive development refers to the process of how we acquire knowledge and understanding through our thoughts, experiences, and mental processes. Problem solving is a crucial element of cognitive development.
In this situation, Jason's realization that pulling a chair to the counter will allow him to reach the cookies demonstrates problem-solving skills. He identified a problem (not being able to reach the cookies on the counter), recognized potential solutions (pulling a chair to the counter), and implemented the solution (pulling the chair to access the cookies). This type of problem-solving involves using available knowledge (understanding that a chair can be used to reach higher objects) to achieve a desired goal (getting the cookies).
Option A, planning, may be a component of problem-solving, but it is too specific to capture the broader concept of problem-solving in this instance.