Developmentalists who study children's cognitive development from a Piagetian perspective and from an information-processing perspective would agree upon which of the following observations about children's cognitive development?
A)The development of memory is not an important aspect of cognitive development.
B)Cognitive development occurs as a result of diversified experiences in an enriched environment.
C)The development of logical thinking is based upon processes that are less complex than conditioned responses.
D)Age is not a determining factor in how children manage and process information to think about and act upon the world.

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Both Piagetian and information-processing perspectives emphasize the importance of experiences and environmental factors in shaping cognitive development. They would agree that diversified experiences in an enriched environment are beneficial for children's cognitive growth. Option A is incorrect because memory is a crucial aspect of cognitive development. Option C is incorrect because logical thinking is based upon more complex processes than simple conditioned responses. Option D is incorrect because age is a significant factor in children's cognitive development.

Developmentalists Who Study Children's Cognitive Development from a Piagetian Perspective