Question

When she was only 4-months-old, Abigail's mother could drop her off at day care without Abigail crying or becoming upset. Once Abigail turned 8 months, she began clinging to her mother, crying, and becoming very upset when her mother dropped her off. What concept explains Abigail's behavior?

Answer 1

Answer: object performance

Explanation:

The term "object permanence" is used to describe a child's ability to know that objects continue to exist even though they can no longer be seen or heard. It means her mother still exist even though she doesnt see her all the time.it requires the ability to form a mental representation