Alex is 15 years old. He doesn't have a part-time job, his grades are poor, and his parents are worried that he is skipping school. Recently Alex has become highly involved in political issues, including the legalization of medical use marijuana. According to Piaget, Alex is in the _____ stage of cognitive development.
A) concrete operational
B) formal operational
C) sensorimotor
D) preoperational

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According to Piaget, the formal operational stage starts at around age 12 and continues into adulthood. During this stage, individuals develop the ability to think about abstract concepts, and reason about hypothetical situations, which aligns with Alex's interest in political issues and the legalization of medical marijuana.

Alex Is 15 Years Old