In the formal operational stage, adolescents begin to think more as a scientist thinks, devising plans to solve problems and systematically testing solutions. This type of problem solving requires _____.
A. trial-and-error reasoning
B. hypothetical-deductive reasoning
C. concrete operational reasoning
D. preconventional reasoning
Answer:B
In the formal operational stage, adolescents begin to think more as a scientist thinks, devising plans to solve problems and systematically testing solutions. This type of problem solving requires _____.
A. trial-and-error reasoning B. hypothetical-deductive reasoning C. concrete operational reasoning D. preconventional reasoning