"Out of sight, out of mind" can describe the behavior of a child who lacks the concept of
A)conservation.
B)separation anxiety.
C)attachment.
D)object permanence.

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Object permanence is the understanding that an object still exists even if it is out of sight. A child who lacks this concept may forget about or ignore objects that are not currently visible. The phrase "out of sight, out of mind" is often used to describe this behavior. The other options - conservation, separation anxiety, and attachment - are not directly related to this concept.

"Out of Sight, Out of Mind" Can Describe the Behavior