According to the exemplar theory of concept formation, we list all of the essential properties that define an object, event, or characteristic. When we encounter an event and need to conceptualize it, we proceed to:

A. find the concept that fits all of the essential characteristics of that event
B. compare the selected concept to the prototype
C. use algorithms
D. use heuristics


Answer: A

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