Question

which of the following is not an assumption of stage theories?
a. stages are cultural.
b. stages are genetically predisposed.
c. each stage corresponds to a specific age.
d. each person goes through the stages in the same order.
please select the best answer from the choices provided
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Stage theories assume that stages are genetically predisposed (biological basis), each stage corresponds to a specific age (chronological progression), and each person goes through the stages in the same order (universal sequence). However, stage theories do not assume that stages are cultural as they focus more on internal, biological or psychological development rather than cultural influences.

Answer:

A. Stages are cultural.