You tried to play peek-a-boo with your six-month-old nephew, but whenever you hid your face, he would cry.You try it again three months later, and now he laughs and enjoys the game, trying to uncover your face with his hands.Your nephew has begun to develop

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This scenario describes a change in the infant's ability to understand object permanence, or the concept that objects continue to exist even when they are not visible. Initially, the infant did not understand that you were hiding and thought you were gone, which caused distress. However, by nine months old, the infant has developed the ability to search for hidden objects and understand that they still exist, allowing them to enjoy the game of peek-a-boo.

You Tried to Play Peek-A-Boo with Your Six-Month-Old Nephew, but Whenever