Richard is a five-month-old baby.His parents frequently sit by his side to cuddle him or to speak to him in loud and affectionate tones.Richard seems to enjoy this attention very much and makes cooing sounds in response to his parents' warm interactions with him.Richard's act of cooing to obtain parental attention is a function of the _____ substage given by Piaget.

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Richard's cooing to obtain parental attention is an example of secondary circular reactions, where infants repeat actions that bring about a desirable consequence, such as getting attention from parents.

Richard Is a Five-Month-Old Baby