WGU D094 MODULE 2 EXAM 2025 WITH ACCURATE
SOLUTIONS
1. What is the definition of reversibility in cognitive development?
The process of integrating new information into existing cognitive
frameworks
The capacity to think through a series of steps and then mentally
reverse direction, returning to the starting point
The ability to understand that objects can change shape but still
retain their volume
The tendency to focus on one aspect of a situation while ignoring
others
2. When we learn new information, we go into a state of __________________. we
then have to construct new knowledge to make sense of the new
information.
disequilibrium
equilibrium
disengagement
cognitive development
3. If a child aged 5 is engaging in imaginative play, which cognitive
development stage are they likely in, and how does this play support
their learning?
Formal operational stage; it supports learning through abstract
thinking.
Preoperational stage; it supports learning by enhancing
symbolic thinking and creativity.
, Concrete operational stage; it supports learning through logical
reasoning.
, Sensorimotor stage; it supports learning through sensory
exploration.
4. The cognitive process of assimilation occurs when individuals:
incorporate new experiences into existing schemes
adjust old schemes to fit new information
try to balance conflicting information
ignore information contradicting previous knowledge
5. The concrete operational stage of development occurs from:
2-6 years of age
7-12 years of age
12 years of age and higher
0-2 years of age
6. If a child in the sensorimotor stage has not yet developed object
permanence, how might this affect their interaction with toys that are
hidden from view?
The child will become frustrated and cry when the toys are
hidden.
The child may not search for the toys, believing they no longer
exist when out of sight.
The child will immediately find the toys regardless of their visibility.
The child will understand that the toys are still there and will look
for them.
7. What term is used to describe the mental structures that help organize
information in the brain according to Piaget's theory?
Scaffolding
SOLUTIONS
1. What is the definition of reversibility in cognitive development?
The process of integrating new information into existing cognitive
frameworks
The capacity to think through a series of steps and then mentally
reverse direction, returning to the starting point
The ability to understand that objects can change shape but still
retain their volume
The tendency to focus on one aspect of a situation while ignoring
others
2. When we learn new information, we go into a state of __________________. we
then have to construct new knowledge to make sense of the new
information.
disequilibrium
equilibrium
disengagement
cognitive development
3. If a child aged 5 is engaging in imaginative play, which cognitive
development stage are they likely in, and how does this play support
their learning?
Formal operational stage; it supports learning through abstract
thinking.
Preoperational stage; it supports learning by enhancing
symbolic thinking and creativity.
, Concrete operational stage; it supports learning through logical
reasoning.
, Sensorimotor stage; it supports learning through sensory
exploration.
4. The cognitive process of assimilation occurs when individuals:
incorporate new experiences into existing schemes
adjust old schemes to fit new information
try to balance conflicting information
ignore information contradicting previous knowledge
5. The concrete operational stage of development occurs from:
2-6 years of age
7-12 years of age
12 years of age and higher
0-2 years of age
6. If a child in the sensorimotor stage has not yet developed object
permanence, how might this affect their interaction with toys that are
hidden from view?
The child will become frustrated and cry when the toys are
hidden.
The child may not search for the toys, believing they no longer
exist when out of sight.
The child will immediately find the toys regardless of their visibility.
The child will understand that the toys are still there and will look
for them.
7. What term is used to describe the mental structures that help organize
information in the brain according to Piaget's theory?
Scaffolding
