When a kitten is presented with their own image in a mirror,the kitten will often look behind the mirror for the "other cat".Which of the following arguments does this support?
A) Kittens obviously have consciousness because they know it is just a mirror.
B) Kittens do not have consciousness because they look behind the mirror.
C) Kittens have a self-concept because they look for the "other cat."
D) Kittens do not have a self-concept because they do not recognize the image as their own.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The fact that kittens look for the "other cat" behind the mirror suggests that they do not recognize their own image as themselves and therefore do not have a developed self-concept. This is in line with research on the development of self-recognition in non-human animals, which suggests that it is a gradual process that takes time to develop.

When a Kitten Is Presented with Their Own Image in a Mirror,the