Young Jonah,only a bit over 2 years of age,has been fooled by his parents.In order to get him to willingly take a children's chewable vitamin every day,his parents have taught him that it is a "candy." Now,whenever Jonah sees any product that is small and brightly colored,he says "Candy! YUMMM" and tries to put it into his mouth.Jonah's attempt to make new stimuli consistent with his existing mental structures is an example of __________.
A) assimilation
B) egocentrism
C) accommodation
D) centration

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Jonah's attempt to fit the new stimuli (small and brightly colored objects) into his existing mental structure (candy) is an example of assimilation. This means that he is using his current understanding of the world to interpret and make sense of new experiences.

Young Jonah,only a Bit Over 2 Years of Age,has Been