Which one of the following best describes the process of conceptual change as cognitive psychologists use the term?
A)Developing new categories to classify objects and events
B)Revising one's beliefs after receiving information that contradicts those beliefs
C)Achieving the instructional objectives that a teacher has established for a lesson or unit
D)Acquiring more sophisticated vocabulary with which to describe the events in one's life

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Conceptual change refers to the process of revising one's beliefs or understanding of a concept after being presented with new or conflicting information. It involves restructuring or reorganizing existing knowledge and beliefs to incorporate new information. Therefore, option B, revising one's beliefs after receiving information that contradicts those beliefs, best describes the process of conceptual change.

Which One of the Following Best Describes the Process of Conceptual