Rajeev, a photographer, discovers that he remembers most of the techniques he learnt during his photography training. However, he cannot remember the computer programming skills that he learnt in college. In the context of cognitive development, the differences in Rajeev's abilities illustrate the principle of _____.
A) multidirectionality
B) transitivity
C) interindividual variability
D) plasticity

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Multidirectionality in cognitive development refers to the idea that different cognitive abilities can develop in different directions over a person's lifespan. Rajeev's ability to remember photography techniques but not computer programming skills illustrates this principle, as it shows how his cognitive abilities have evolved differently in these two areas.

Rajeev, a Photographer, Discovers That He Remembers Most of the Techniques