Research on formal operational thought indicates that 6-year-olds
A) show signs of hypothetico-deductive reasoning on tasks that involve simplified situations.
B) display hypothetico-deductive reasoning only when assisted by an adult.
C) only display hypothetico-deductive reasoning during pretend play.
D) are capable of abstract thinking when presented with real-world problems.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Research has shown that 6-year-olds can display signs of hypothetico-deductive reasoning on tasks that involve simplified situations, such as the balance scale task. However, their ability to apply this type of reasoning in more complex situations may still be developing.

Research on Formal Operational Thought Indicates That 6-Year-Olds