In Piaget's theory of cognitive development, hypothetical-deductive reasoning occurs in which stage of development?
A) Concrete operations stage
B) Formal operations stage
C) Sensorimotor stage
D) Preoperational stage

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Hypothetical-deductive reasoning is a feature of the formal operations stage, which occurs from ages 11 or 12 and up. This stage is characterized by the ability to think abstractly, reason logically, and use deductive reasoning to draw conclusions based on hypothetical situations.

In Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development, Hypothetical-Deductive Reasoning Occurs in Which