Sandra has learned to squeeze her stuffed bear to make it squeak. When her father gives her a new stuffed toy, she squeezes it the same way she squeezes the bear. In the context of Piaget's cognitive-stage theory, Sandra's action is an example of
A) deferred imitation.
B) primary circular reactions.
C) secondary circular reactions.
D) coordination of secondary schemes.

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Sandra's action is an example of secondary circular reactions, which occur in Piaget's sensorimotor stage (approximately 4-8 months of age). This stage involves the repetition of actions that produce effects on the environment, indicating an understanding of cause and effect. By squeezing the new toy expecting it to squeak like her bear, Sandra is demonstrating her ability to apply a learned behavior to a new but similar situation.

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