Which of the following statements is true regarding an infant's ability to categorize objects?
A. Infants are unable to categorize objects until they reach about 7 months of age.
B. Infants are unable to categorize objects until they are able to point.
C. Infants' earliest categories are based on perceived function and behavior.
D. Infants' earliest categories are based on the perceived similarity of objects.
Answer: D
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What will be an ideal response?
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