Core knowledge theorists argue that ________

A) babiesconstruct all mental representations based on sensorimotor activity
B) newborns begin life with a set of biases for attending to certain information
C) babiesare born with core domains of thought that permit a ready grasp of new, relatedinformation
D) complex mental activities have their origins in social interaction with more mature members of society


Answer: C

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