In terms of language and cognitive development, a 4-year-old child would be expected to:
a. Think in abstract terms.
b. Follow simple commands.
c. Understand conservation of matter.
d. Comprehend another person's perspective.
ANS: B
Children ages 3 to 4 years can give and follow simple commands. Children cannot think abstractly at age 4 years. Conservation of matter is a developmental task of the school-age child. A 4-year-old child cannot comprehend another's perspective.
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