Mario,age 5,understands That the Word Mouse Applies to the Critter

question 136

Multiple Choice

Mario,age 5,understands that the word mouse applies to the critter on the floor and also to mouse cartoon figures,because they share perceptual features.Which constraint to a word's meaning does his understanding illustrate?

• A) object scope
• B) lexical contrast
• C) taxonomic
• D) mutual exclusivity

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Definitions:

Bystander Apathy

A phenomenon in which individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when other people are present.

Primary Groups

Small social groups characterized by close, personal, and enduring relationships, such as those found in families and close friendships.

Emotional Ties

Connections between individuals that are based on feelings, affection, or personal bonds rather than on logical or contractual relationships.

Social Relationships

Connections between individuals in a society regulated by social norms and cultural contexts, ranging from familial and platonic to romantic and professional.