David's Mother Corrects Him and Explains That Cats Are Different

question 13

Multiple Choice

David's mother corrects him and explains that cats are different from dogs because they meow,have claws,and have long whiskers.David now sees a cat and says "kitty." This is an example of

• A) accommodation.
• B) assimilation.
• C) adaptation.
• D) equilibrium.

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Definitions:

Withdrawn

A behavioral state or condition where an individual pulls back from social interactions and becomes internally focused, often as a response to stress or depression.

Authoritarian Parents

Parents who enforce strict rules and expect obedience without discussion or input from the child.

Spanking

The act of hitting someone, typically a child, on the buttocks as a form of punishment.

U.S. Parents

Refers to mothers, fathers, or legal guardians who are raising one or more children in the United States.