Lewis and Brooks-Gunn (1979) put a red spot on the noses of children who were 9, 12 and 18 months old. The children then viewed themselves in mirrors. At what age did the children rub their noses, recognising the image was their own?

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At 18 months, children typically begin to recognize themselves in mirrors, indicating self-awareness, which is why they rubbed their noses.

Lewis and Brooks-Gunn (1979) Put a Red Spot on the Noses