Question

how are thinking and cognition related?

• thinking is the precursor to cognition.
• thinking is a specific type of cognition.
• cognition involves obtaining information, and thinking involves using that information.
• cognition relates to the innate ability to solve problems; thinking is the actual process of solving problems.

Explanation:

To determine the correct relationship between thinking and cognition, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: Thinking is not a precursor to cognition; cognition is a broader process that includes thinking. Eliminate this.
• Option 2: Cognition is a broad set of mental processes (perception, memory, problem - solving, etc.). Thinking is a specific mental process within cognition (involving reasoning, problem - solving, etc.). So thinking is a specific type of cognition. This option is correct.
• Option 3: Cognition is not just about obtaining information; it also includes processing, storing, etc. And thinking is not just about using information obtained by cognition in a simple way. The description is inaccurate. Eliminate this.
• Option 4: Cognition is not an innate ability to solve problems; it is a set of mental processes that develop and are influenced by many factors. And thinking is part of cognition, not just the process of solving problems. Eliminate this.

Answer:

B. Thinking is a specific type of cognition.