When children experience cognitive conflict in trying to understand the world,they shift from one stage of thought to the next.For example,experiencing conflict with peers may lead to an attempt to reduce conflict.The mechanism through which this shift occurs is called:

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Equilibration refers to the process of resolving cognitive conflict by shifting from one stage of thought to the next, leading to greater mental balance and adaptability. Assimilation refers to the process of incorporating new information into existing knowledge structures, while organization refers to the process of reorganizing or restructuring existing knowledge structures to better fit new information. Amalgamation is not a recognized mechanism in cognitive development.

When Children Experience Cognitive Conflict in Trying to Understand the World,they