Baillargeon's Studies of Infant Reactions to Possible and Impossible Events

question 104

Multiple Choice

Baillargeon's studies of infant reactions to possible and impossible events increased our understanding of reasoning about nonvisible events because she relied on:

• A) motor responses to test reasoning.
• B) methods that did not require infants to take action.
• C) primary circular reactions.
• D) an infant tracking a train through a tunnel.

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Definitions:

Chlorofluorocarbon

A class of compounds used in refrigerants and aerosols, known for their role in ozone depletion.

Ozone Destroyer

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Deforestation

The large-scale removal of forest land or tree plantations, often resulting in damage to the quality of the land.

Soil Nutrient Loss

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