Which of the following is a criticism of Piaget's cognitive-developmental theory?
A) Piaget underestimated children's contributions to their own development.
B) Piaget assumed that all cognitive-developmental stages are universal.
C) Piaget focused too much on unconscious drives and motivations.
D) Piaget focused too heavily on emotional and social factors that influence development.

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Piaget's theory has been criticized for assuming that all cognitive-developmental stages are universal, when in reality cultural and environmental factors can affect the timing and nature of development. Piaget's theory also does acknowledge children's contributions to their own development. The theory does not focus on unconscious drives and motivations, and emotional and social factors are seen as influencing development, but not the primary focus of the theory.

Which of the Following Is a Criticism of Piaget's Cognitive-Developmental