Focusing attention on one characteristic of an object or concept to the exclusion of all others is:

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Centration is the act of focusing on one aspect or feature of an object or concept, while disregarding other relevant features or characteristics. This is seen in young children who may focus solely on the height of a glass, and not on the width or volume of the contents. Egocentric thought refers to a lack of awareness of other people's perspectives or emotions. Animism is the attribution of intentionality or consciousness to inanimate objects. Conservation is the understanding that changing the shape or arrangement of objects does not change their quantity, mass, or volume.

Focusing Attention on One Characteristic of an Object or Concept