Adolescents are required to take algebra because cognitive development theory indicates that they are ready to learn this type of mathematics. Some of Piaget's critics would respond to this statement by pointing out that
A) most adolescents have not reached the preoperational stage.
B) Piaget did not examine adolescents' mathematical development.
C) Piaget overestimated the cognitive abilities of adolescents.
D) Piaget's cognitive theory focused on the development of very young children.

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Piaget's critics argue that he overestimated adolescents' cognitive abilities, suggesting that not all adolescents are ready for abstract thinking required in algebra.

Adolescents Are Required to Take Algebra Because Cognitive Development Theory