You are visiting your sister, who has 4-year-old twins.They ask whether they can have some milk, and you are pouring it for them.You choose one glass that is tall and thin and one that is short and wide.After you pour the milk, your niece is unhappy because you gave "more" milk to your nephew.You actually gave each of them the same amount, but your niece and nephew lack the mental ability to __________.

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The concept of conservation involves understanding that the amount of a substance remains the same even if the shape or arrangement changes. In this scenario, the niece and nephew lack the mental ability to understand the concept of conserving the amount of milk despite the differences in the shape or size of the glass. Option B, "operate", is not a relevant term in this context. Option C, "center", is a term used in Piaget's theory of cognitive development to describe the tendency of children to focus on only one aspect of a situation and ignore other important details. Option D, "tertiary operate", is not a valid term.

You Are Visiting Your Sister, Who Has 4-Year-Old Twins