A person's beliefs about the "mind" and their ability to understand other people's mental states is referred to by the theory of ______________.
A)accommodation
B)metacognition
C)mind
D)egocentrism

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The theory of mind refers to the ability to understand and attribute mental states—beliefs, intents, desires, emotions, knowledge, etc.—to oneself and others and to understand that others have beliefs, desires, and intentions that are different from one's own.

A Person's Beliefs About the "Mind" and Their Ability to Understand