Which statement about the development of children''s ability to categorize objects based on appearance is TRUE?
A) The ability to categorize objects by shape develops at approximately 12 months old.
B) Twelve-month-olds often categorize objects largely by specific parts of an object, rather than on by the object as a whole.
C) The ability to categorize objects based on overall shape develops at approximately 3 years of age.
D) The ability to categorize objects based on shape and size is fully developed by 18 months old.

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Twelve-month-olds often categorize objects by specific parts rather than the object as a whole, as their cognitive development at this stage focuses more on salient features.

Which Statement About the Development of Children''s Ability to Categorize