Paulina Is Three Years Old

question 27

Short Answer

Paulina is three years old.She is just beginning to understand concepts such as 'dog', 'cat', 'chair', and 'sofa', and to understand how these concepts differ from one another.In other words, she is just beginning to develop ________________.

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Definitions:

Attribution Theory

A psychological theory that explains how individuals pinpoint the causes of their own and others' behavior and events.

External Attribution

The process of explaining one's own behavior or the behavior of others by attributing it to external causes or the environment.

Fundamental Attribution Errors

A cognitive bias where individuals overemphasize personal characteristics in explaining others' behavior neglecting situational factors.

Public Policy Reasons

Justifications or rationales based on the public good or societal interests that guide or influence legislative, governmental, or organizational decisions.