Dr. Eco has a strong belief that global warming is a theoretical myth. In recent years, however, the increased rate of polar ice cap melt has forced him to alter his theory, and he is now a strong advocate against greenhouse pollutants. A Piagetian would most likely describe Dr. Eco's theoretical conversion in terms of
A) the one-to-one principle.
B) overextension.
C) equilibration.
D) abstract thinking.

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Piaget's concept of equilibration involves adapting one's existing ideas or theories in response to new information or experiences, which is what Dr. Eco did when he changed his stance on global warming after observing the effects of polar ice cap melt.

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