When children view television commercials, they

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Research suggests that children begin to understand the persuasive intent of commercials by the time they are 8 or 9 years old. However, even preschoolers show some understanding of the persuasive intent behind commercials. Option A is partly correct but not the best answer as it ignores the fact that preschoolers also understand the intent to some extent. Option C and D are clearly incorrect as children often ask their parents to buy products advertised on TV, and advertisers aim to create demand for their products through their commercials.

When Children View Television Commercials, They