When Her Father Asks "Did You Remember to Wash Your

question 113

Multiple Choice

When her father asks "Did you remember to wash your hands?" 2­year­old Erika runs to the kitchen sink and begins to wash her hands. This example suggests that Erika:

• A)understood that the question was functioning as a request.
• B)heard the word "wash" and remembered that she had not yet washed her hands.
• C)misunderstood her father's attempt to start a conversation with her.
• D)does not yet realize the health benefits of washing her hands before having a meal.

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