The preschooler is in what Piagetian stage of cognitive development?

A) sensorimotor
B) formal-operational thought
C) preoperational thought
D) concrete-operational thought

Preoperational Thought

A reiteration of preoperational, highlighting the early childhood cognitive phase where imagination flourishes yet logical reasoning abilities are not yet developed.

Sensorimotor

Pertaining to the first developmental stage in Piaget's theory, focusing on infants' understanding of the world through their sensory experiences and motor activities.

Formal-Operational Thought

The stage in Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development during which individuals develop the ability to think abstractly, logically, and systematically, typically beginning in adolescence.