When children assume that the world is unchanging, they engage in _____.
A) magical thinking
B) static reasoning
C) centration
D) a focus on appearance

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Static reasoning is a cognitive limitation that is characterized by believing that the world is unchanging. This leads children to make erroneous judgments and assumptions about reality. Magical thinking (A) is a belief in supernatural powers and events that are not based on rationality or evidence. Centration (C) is the tendency to focus on only one aspect of a situation while neglecting other important features. A focus on appearance (D) is the tendency to believe that outward appearances are an accurate reflection of underlying realities.

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