Quote by Jean Piaget

Our problem, from the point of view of psychology and from the point of view of genetic epistemology, is to explain how the transition is made from a lower level of knowledge to a level that is judged to be higher.

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Summary

This quote expresses the challenge faced by psychology and genetic epistemology in understanding how individuals progress from a state of lesser knowledge or understanding to a state that is deemed more advanced. The quote highlights the need to explain the process of intellectual development and how individuals acquire higher levels of knowledge and comprehension. It signals a fundamental inquiry into the mechanisms and factors involved in cognitive growth and the transition towards higher levels of understanding and awareness.

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