Which of the following reflects a basic ability available only to a concrete-operational thinker?
A) "Realistically speaking..."
B) "Hypothetically speaking..."
C) "Speaking from experience, I..."
D) "Speaking on behalf of others, I..."

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A concrete-operational thinker is a child who is able to think logically about concrete events and objects that they can see, touch, or experience directly. They are not yet capable of abstract reasoning or hypothetical thinking, so options B, C, and D which involve hypothetical, experiential, and empathetic thinking respectively are not basic abilities of a concrete-operational thinker. Option A involves realistic, logical thinking about concrete situations, which reflects the basic ability of a concrete-operational thinker.

Which of the Following Reflects a Basic Ability Available Only