While talking to his grandmother on the phone,five-year-old Danny suddenly exclaims "Oh,look at that pretty bird!" When his grandmother asks him to describe the bird,Danny says "Out there,out there! Right there,Grandma!" He finally gets frustrated and hangs up.This is an example of:
A)animism.
B)egocentrism.
C)intuitive thought.
D)symbolic function.

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Danny's inability to describe the bird or give any specific details about its location suggests that he is still struggling with understanding that others may not be able to see what he sees or understand his perspective. This is an example of egocentrism, which is a common cognitive limitation in young children.

While Talking to His Grandmother on the Phone,five-Year-Old Danny Suddenly