A sequence in which an infant first perceives something done by someone else and then performs the same action hours or even days later is called _____.

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The described sequence is an example of deferred imitation, which involves the ability to remember and imitate an action observed previously. Sensorimotor intelligence refers to the infant's developing understanding of the world through their sensory and motor experiences. Object permanence is the realization that an object continues to exist even when it is not directly perceived. Information-processing refers to the cognitive processes involved in perception, memory, and problem-solving. None of these terms accurately describe the sequence mentioned in the question.

A Sequence in Which an Infant First Perceives Something Done