Seven-month-old LeBron appears to possess a sense of "naïve physics." Which of LeBron's actions would indicate that he does possess this sense?
A. His surprise when he sees a basketball go through a hoop
B. His surprise when he drops a ball and it falls to the floor
C. His surprise when he hears his dad cheering while watching a basketball game on television
D. His surprise when a basketball appears to be hanging in mid-air when it is not attached to a string or other supporting device
Answer: D
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