Young Eli, Only a Bit Over 18 Months of Age

question 24

Multiple Choice

Young Eli, only a bit over 18 months of age, has been fooled by his parents. In order to get him to willingly take a children's chewable vitamin every day, his parents have taught him that it is a "lolly". Now, whenever Eli sees any product that is small and brightly coloured, he says "lolly! YUMMM!" and tries to put it into his mouth. Eli's attempt to make new stimuli consistent with his existing mental structures is an example of ________.

• A)centration
• B)egocentrism
• C)accommodation
• D)assimilation

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Definitions:

Sibling Relationships

The dynamic interpersonal bonds between brothers and sisters, influenced by factors such as birth order, personality, and family environment.

Cultural Differences

Variations in the practices, values, and beliefs among different groups of people.

Resilient Child

A child who demonstrates the ability to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions or situations.

Qualities

Inherent or distinctive characteristics or attributes of a person, object, or process.