Which one of the following examples best illustrates symbolic thought?
A) Isabelle pushes a classmate off the swing so that she can use it.
B) Edward tries not to cry when his mother drops him off on the first day of kindergarten.
C) Richard actively manipulates a new toy to find out what it does.
D) Laura asks herself, "Hmm, where did I put my social studies book?"

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Symbolic thought involves the ability to use symbols, words, or objects to represent something that is not physically present. Laura asking herself where she put her book is an example of using language to represent the concept of her missing book, illustrating symbolic thought.

Which One of the Following Examples Best Illustrates Symbolic Thought