Based on What You Know About the Development of a Belief-Desire

question 71

Multiple Choice

Based on what you know about the development of a belief-desire theory of mind, what would you predict about cross-cultural differences in the emergence of this ability?

• A)It is likely to be delayed in cultures that lack the social supports for its emergence.
• B)There are likely to be few cross-cultural differences after age 4 because it is universal.
• C)In some cultures, it will be evident during infancy and toddlerhood.
• D)It is likely to be advanced in cultures that promote intolerance of deceit and deception.

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