Question

Jane is just learning to ride a tricycle. While riding on the sidewalk the surface changes from smooth concrete to bumpy brick. Jane is unsure if she should continue and looks at her mother who is smiling and urging her forward. This is an example of:
a. encouragement
b. scaffolding
c. social referencing
d. theory of mind

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer is c. social referencing.

Explanation:

Social referencing is a learning method, especially common for children, in which a person looks for social cues, such as signs of affection, to confirm or encourage their behaviours.

Social referencing is an important mechanism for infants to understand the world, as they see adults as teachers. In this matter, parents are the most prominent reference.