Based on cross-cultural research of Piaget's preoperational and concrete operational stages of development, we can conclude that
A) in many cultures, children do not experience a preoperational stage.
B) in most cultures, children do not experience a concrete operational stage.
C) attainment of conservation occurs at almost the same age across all cultures studied so far.
D) age of attainment of conservation can vary by several years (2-6 years, or more) across cultures.

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Cross-cultural research has shown that while the stages of development identified by Piaget (such as the preoperational and concrete operational stages) are generally observed across cultures, the age at which children reach these stages, particularly milestones like conservation, can vary significantly. This variation can be influenced by factors such as educational opportunities, cultural practices, and social expectations.

Based on Cross-Cultural Research of Piaget's Preoperational and Concrete Operational