After putting on a Halloween mask and looking at their reflection in a mirror, young preschoolers often are wary. This is because they have a fragile understanding of
A) the appearance-reality distinction.
B) centration.
C) hierarchical categorization.
D) class inclusion.

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Young preschoolers have a limited understanding of the appearance-reality distinction, which means they have difficulty understanding that an object can look different from how it actually is. Wearing a Halloween mask and seeing their reflection in the mirror can confuse them as they see the mask's appearance but recognize themselves underneath.

After Putting on a Halloween Mask and Looking at Their