Jeremy,age 6,is Trying to Wait Patiently So He Can Receive

question 37

Multiple Choice

Jeremy,age 6,is trying to wait patiently so he can receive two marshmallows instead of taking one marshmallow right away.Based on research what strategy would he be most inclined to use to help him wait?

• A)Stare at the marshmallow the whole time.
• B)Sing a song to remind himself that he will get a bigger treat if he waits.
• C)Focus on aspects of the marshmallow other than how it might taste.
• D)Lick the marshmallow.

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