Vincent is participating in a study in which he is offered 2 cookies now or 4 cookies in half an hour.What are the researchers looking for in Vincent?
A) his ability to count
B) his ability to represent different quantities of food
C) his ability to respond to verbal instructions
D) his ability to delay gratification

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The researchers are likely interested in Vincent's ability to delay gratification, as the offer of more cookies in a certain amount of time requires him to resist the immediate temptation of the two cookies being offered. This relates to the larger concept of self-control and impulse regulation. The other answer choices are possible skills that may be involved, but are not as directly relevant to the scenario described.

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