In the Variant of the State Change Task Devised by Saltmarsh

question 9

Multiple Choice

In the variant of the state change task devised by Saltmarsh, Mitchell, and Robinson (1995) , how did children aged about 3 years perform?

• A)They reported the thing that was in the box initially
• B)They typically gave the wrong answer
• C)They typically gave the correct answer
• D)They misunderstood the question
• E)They lacked a theory of mind

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Definitions:

Family Home

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Undue Influence

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Unsound Mind

A state or condition in which an individual lacks the legal or mental capacity to manage personal affairs or understand the consequences of actions.

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