Question

Match the LIST-I with LIST-II based on Piaget's Theory. 

Choose the correct answer from the options given below: 
 

• A. A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
• B. A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV
• C. A-I, B-II, C-IV, D-III
• D. A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II

Hint:

Associate each of Piaget's stages with one key concept: {Sensorimotor} \(\rightarrow\) Object Permanence; {Preoperational} \(\rightarrow\) Symbolic Thought (but egocentric); {Concrete Operational} \(\rightarrow\) Conservation/Logic with objects; {Formal Operational} \(\rightarrow\) Abstract Thought.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
The question requires matching the age ranges corresponding to Piaget's stages of cognitive development with the major cognitive milestone or accomplishment of each stage. Note: The descriptions in List-II are slightly ambiguous, so we must find the best fit.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:

A. 0-2 Years (Sensorimotor Stage): The most significant achievement of this stage is the understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be seen, heard, or touched. This is known as II. Object permanence.
B. 2-6 or 7 Years (Preoperational Stage): During this stage, children develop language and the ability to think about things symbolically. A key accomplishment is the ability to III. Represent the objects or events symbolically (e.g., a stick can become a horse).
C. 7-11 or 12 Years (Concrete Operational Stage): In this stage, children begin to think logically about concrete events. They master conservation and develop the ability to use I. Various forms of logical thoughts (like reversibility and classification) as long as they are applied to physical objects.
D. 12-Adult (Formal Operational Stage): This final stage is characterized by the ability to think abstractly and hypothetically. This includes the ability to reason about abstract concepts and understand general rules and IV. Understanding the principles that may not have a concrete basis.
The most logical pairings are A-II, B-III, C-I, and D-IV. However, C-I and D-IV could be argued. Let's re-examine based on the provided options. Option 2 provides A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I.
A-II and B-III are definitely correct.
C-IV: Concrete Operational (7-11 years) → Understanding the principles (e.g., conservation). This is a strong match.
D-I: Formal Operational (12-Adult) → Various forms of logical thoughts (e.g., abstract, hypothetical-deductive). This is also a strong match.
This combination seems the most plausible intended answer.
Step 3: Final Answer:
The correct combination of matches is A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I, which corresponds to option (B).