At About What Age Does a Child Develop Symbolic Thought

question 49

Multiple Choice

At about what age does a child develop symbolic thought?

• A) 6 months
• B) 9 months
• C) 12 months
• D) 23 months

---

Definitions:

Illusory Promise

signifies a statement that appears to be a promise but does not actually bind the party making it to a particular action or outcome, thus lacking the substance necessary for a valid contract.

Real Obligation

A legal obligation that is tied to a specific property, requiring the fulfillment of some duty relative to that property.

Unilateral Contract

A contract in which one party makes a promise in exchange for the other party's act, rather than a promise in return.

Gratuitous Promise

A promise made without requiring some benefit or thing of value in return; not enforceable as a contract because it lacks consideration.