In Substage 5 of the sensorimotor period,toddlers __________.
A) create mental representations
B) repeat behaviors with variation
C) repeat chance behaviors largely motivated by basic needs
D) arrive at solutions suddenly rather than through trial-and-error

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Toddlers in Substage 5 of the sensorimotor period, also known as the tertiary circular reactions stage, repeat behaviors with variation as they explore the world around them in a more purposeful and intentional way. They are able to create mental representations, but their behaviors are not necessarily motivated by basic needs or solved suddenly. Trial-and-error is still a common problem-solving method for this stage.

In Substage 5 of the Sensorimotor Period,toddlers __________