Four-Year-Old Mac Is Sitting at the Lunch Counter Next to His

question 153

Multiple Choice

Four-year-old Mac is sitting at the lunch counter next to his sister Tori. They are having hot dogs for lunch. When his Mom cuts his hot dog into five pieces and Tori's into six pieces, Mac protests, "Tori has more than me!" Which ability does Mac not yet demonstrate?

• A) animism
• B) centration
• C) egocentrism
• D) conservation

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Definitions:

Philosophical Conservatives

Individuals who emphasize tradition, order, and social stability, advocating for limited government intervention in the economy and society.

Contributory Programs

Government welfare programs that require individuals to contribute through taxes or other payments in order to be eligible for benefits, such as Social Security.

Noncontributory Programs

Government programs that provide welfare benefits not based on the recipients' prior contributions or taxes.

Tax Expenditures

Government revenue losses attributed to tax laws that allow special exclusions, exemptions, or deductions.