What Is Meant by the Term "Egocentrism

question 4

Multiple Choice

What is meant by the term "egocentrism"?

• A)A child lacks the ability to consider perspectives other than his or her own.
• B)A child is extremely arrogant and feels that he or she is better than others.
• C)A child is very selfish and refuses to share his or her possessions with others.
• D)A child lacks the motivation do things for him- or herself and expects them to be done by others.

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Definitions:

Inductive Argument

A form of reasoning in which the premises seek to supply strong evidence for (not absolute proof of) the truth of the conclusion.

False Conclusion

An incorrect result or ending reached through reasoning or argumentation.

Premises

Statements or ideas that form the basis for a reasonable conclusion or the starting point for a logical argument.

Conclusion Indicator

Words or phrases used in argumentation to signal that a conclusion is being drawn, such as "therefore" or "thus."