Baby Raja accidentally pushes over a tower of blocks. Each time his sister rebuilds the tower, Raja tries to push it over. In Piaget's theory, this is an example of a __________ circular reaction.
A) reflexive
B) primary
C) secondary
D) tertiary

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This is an example of a secondary circular reaction because it involves the repetition of a previously discovered action (pushing over the tower) to elicit a response (sister rebuilding the tower). This type of circular reaction occurs between 4-8 months of age and involves the coordination of secondary schemes (actions) with the environment.

Baby Raja Accidentally Pushes Over a Tower of Blocks