John Is a Child Who Has Achieved Theory of Mind

question 64

Multiple Choice

John is a child who has achieved theory of mind.He sees his aunt coming out of the hairdresser's one day.He thinks his aunt looks really funny, because the hairdresser cut her hair much too short.When his aunt asks him, "What do you think of my hair?" how will John respond?

• A)"It looks really silly; I don't like it."
• B)"It looks really nice; I like it."
• C)"I don't know what you're asking."
• D)"It's way too short; I don't like it."

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Definitions:

Memory

The cognitive process whereby information is encoded, stored, and retrieved, enabling past experiences to influence future behavior.

Conniving

Acting in a scheming or deceitful way, often with the intention to achieve an end through trickery or manipulation.

Associating

The process of connecting thoughts, feelings, or ideas together in the mind or in relationships with others.

Self-Handicapping

A strategy where individuals create obstacles and excuses for themselves so that if they do poorly on a task, they can avoid blaming themselves.