Two-year-old Beck runs around the room, grabs a car and rolls it on the floor, and then pokes at some play dough. Beck is engaging in ___________ play.

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Functional play is characterized by simple, repetitive movements, such as pushing cars or stacking blocks, and is common in children aged 12-24 months. They are exploring the properties of objects and learning about cause and effect. Beck's actions of grabbing a car and rolling it on the floor falls under functional play.

Two-Year-Old Beck Runs Around the Room, Grabs a Car and Rolls