Pretend play emerges at about the age of _____; sociodramatic play emerges at about the age of _____.
A) 1 year; 2.5 years
B) 1 year; 18 months
C) 18 months; 2.5 years
D) 2.5 years; 4 years

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Pretend play generally emerges around 18 months when infants start using objects symbolically, but sociodramatic play, which involves playing with others and the use of more complex scenarios, typically emerges around 2.5 years. Option A and B are incorrect because 1 year old infants are not usually capable of pretend play, and sociodramatic play does not emerge at 18 months. Option D is incorrect because sociodramatic play usually emerges before 4 years of age.

Pretend Play Emerges at About the Age of _____; Sociodramatic