What Does the Phrase "A Not B Error" Mean

question 71

Multiple Choice

What does the phrase "A not B error" mean?

• A) Children will not search for hidden objects unless given an incentive.
• B) Children will randomly search for hidden objects, but will quickly become frustrated and give up.
• C) A child may reach for a hidden object where it has always been, yet still reach there even when they see the toy hidden somewhere else.
• D) A child will search for a hidden toy but will quickly become distracted by other, more interesting objects.

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Definitions:

Sclera

The white outer layer of the eyeball, providing protection and form.

Choroid

A vascular layer of the eye between the retina and the sclera, providing oxygen and nourishment to the outer layers of the retina.

Lens

A transparent structure in the eye that focuses light onto the retina to produce clear images.

Vitreous Humor

A transparent, gel-like substance filling the space between the lens and the retina of the eye, helping it maintain shape and optical properties.