The Following Three-Year-Olds Are Asked to Count the Number Building

question 26

Multiple Choice

The following three-year-olds are asked to count the number building blocks (five each) placed in front of them. Which of the following responses best illustrates the one-to-one principle?

• A)Henry, who says, '1, 4, 2!'
• B)Junior, who says, '5, 3, 1, blastoff!'
• C)Thando, who says, 'One hand has five fingers.'
• D)Saleema, who says, '1, 2, C, D, F.'

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