Asked by Keely McQuain on Jun 15, 2024

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If a child says that the sun shines to keep him warm,what is the child exhibiting

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

Animism

The belief that objects, places, and creatures all possess a distinct spiritual essence or consciousness.

Centration

A cognitive limitation in early child development where the child focuses on one aspect of a situation, neglecting other important features.

Egocentrism

The inability to differentiate between one's own viewpoint and that of others, often observed in early childhood development.

  • Understand the principle of egocentrism and its reduction across developmental phases.
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Fellie MartinJun 20, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The child is exhibiting egocentrism, which is the inability to differentiate between one's own perspective and someone else's perspective. In this case, the child believes the sun shines specifically for him, indicating a focus on his own perspective.