Psychology GCSE
Effect of task design on children’s performance
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Both studies show how the task affects whether children appear to fail, so task design and context influence whether children appear egocentric or unable to conserve.
Topics that use Effect of task design on children’s performance
- Development (AQA GCSE)
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