When They Perform Primary Circular Reactions, Infants

question 61

Multiple Choice

When they perform primary circular reactions, infants:

• A) repeat pleasurable actions for their own sake.
• B) perform reflexes elicited by environmental events.
• C) perform actions in order to receive reinforcement from adults.
• D) avoid performing actions that lead to unpleasant consequences.

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