Which substage of sensorimotor development serves as a transition to the symbolic thought of the next stage?
A) Tertiary circular reaction
B) Secondary circular reaction
C) Invention of new means through mental combinations
D) Coordination of secondary schemes

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In the substage of "Invention of new means through mental combinations," children begin to solve problems through symbolic thought rather than trial and error, marking a transition to the symbolic thought characteristic of the next stage of development.

Which Substage of Sensorimotor Development Serves as a Transition to the Symbolic