A child learns that his father is called "Daddy." The next day,he calls his uncle "Daddy." Which term best captures this behaviour?
A)assimilation
B)accommodation
C)equilibration
D)egocentrism

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Assimilation is the process by which a child incorporates new information or experiences into their existing cognitive structures or schema. In this case, the child has learned that a male figure can be referred to as "Daddy," and is now applying that label to his uncle.

A Child Learns That His Father Is Called "Daddy