Baby Amy sees the string of her pull toy nearby.Instead of going to it she grabs the string and purposefully pulls it toward her.She has just learned this behavior.How old is Amy?

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This behavior is consistent with the development of intentional and goal-directed actions, which usually emerge between 8 and 12 months of age. Babies between 4 and 6 months old often engage in accidental actions, while newborns up to 3 months old do not have enough control over their movements to perform intentional actions. The fact that Amy can see the string and purposefully grab and pull it indicates a higher level of motor planning and coordination than what is expected for newborns or very young infants.

Baby Amy Sees the String of Her Pull Toy Nearby