In Substage 6 of the sensorimotor period,the ability to create mental representations enables toddlers to __________ and __________.
A) engage in deferred imitation; use make-believe play
B) understand object permanence; engage in parallel play
C) engage in deferred imitation; use the primary circular reaction
D) engage in functional play; use the violation-of-expectation method

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In Substage 6, toddlers can create mental representations or mental images of objects, people, and events. This ability allows them to engage in deferred imitation, which is the repetition of past behaviors observed in others or themselves after a delay. They can also use make-believe play, in which they use objects or toys to represent other objects or engage in pretend scenarios. Object permanence is mastered in Substage 4, parallel play happens in Substage 2, functional play is mastered in Substage 3, and the violation-of-expectation method is a research technique used to study infants' cognitive processes and is not related to Substage 6.

In Substage 6 of the Sensorimotor Period,the Ability to Create