Relational learning of a size concept

Administered relational size problems in the context of ordinal series to 72 4-5 yr olds. Solution was facilitated when Ss were directed to locate a terminal member (the smallest) of the series. In contrast, Ss who were instructed to locate a nonterminal member without prior designation of a termina...

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Published in:Developmental psychology 1974-01, Vol.10 (1), p.101-107
Main Authors: Gollin, Eugene S, Moody, Mark, Schadler, Margaret
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Age Differences
Concept Formation
Human
Sex Linked Developmental Differences
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Summary:Administered relational size problems in the context of ordinal series to 72 4-5 yr olds. Solution was facilitated when Ss were directed to locate a terminal member (the smallest) of the series. In contrast, Ss who were instructed to locate a nonterminal member without prior designation of a terminal member were unable to achieve solution of the problem. Age- and sex-related differences in performance were observed as well as differences associated with stimulus arrangements and stimulus sizes. The outcomes are discussed in terms of composite task demands.
ISSN:0012-1649
1939-0599
DOI:10.1037/h0035542