Object permanence refers to the belief that
A) objects cannot be destroyed.
B) objects continue to exist even when out of sight.
C) objects are permanent while beliefs are not.
D) infants cannot understand conservation of matter.

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Object permanence is the understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be seen or heard. This concept is acquired by infants at around 8 months of age.

Object Permanence Refers to the Belief That