Object permanence refers to the child's awareness that __________.
A) a variety of actions can be coordinated into one organized schema
B) the mass of an object does not change despite transformations in the shape of the object
C) objects exist independent of one's direct perception of or actions on them
D) certain motor patterns can become permanently associated with specific environmental objects
E) rough handling can cause objects to break

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Object permanence refers to the understanding that objects continue to exist even when one cannot see or interact with them directly. This understanding is a crucial milestone in cognitive development, and typically emerges around 8-12 months of age. Options A, B, D, and E are unrelated to the concept of object permanence.

Object Permanence Refers to the Child's Awareness That __________