According to Piaget, when new experiences are reinterpreted to fit into old ideas, it is called _____.
A) learning
B) assimilation
C) equilibrium
D) accommodation

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According to Piaget, when new experiences are reinterpreted to fit into old ideas, it is referred to as assimilation. Option A, learning, refers to the acquisition of new knowledge or skills. Option C, equilibrium, refers to the balance between an individual's cognitive schema (mental structures used to organize information) and their experiences. Lastly, option D, accommodation, refers to when an individual adapts their cognitive schemes to fit new information or experiences.

According to Piaget, When New Experiences Are Reinterpreted to Fit