Dominic is eight months old.He sees a toy that he wants to play with,but it is out of reach.He uses the toy in his hand to drag the out-of-reach toy closer.What is Dominic demonstrating?
A)Reflexive behavior
B)Coordination of secondary schemes
C)Mental representation
D)Means-end behavior

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Dominic is using a means-end behavior by using the toy in his hand as a "tool" to reach the out-of-reach toy. This demonstrates an understanding of cause and effect and problem-solving skills. Reflexive behavior is automatic responses to stimuli, coordination of secondary schemes involves intentionally repeating actions to achieve a goal, and mental representation involves the ability to think about objects and events even when they are not present. None of these concepts fully explain Dominic's behavior in this situation.

Dominic Is Eight Months Old