Brendan's mother accompanies him to the doctor. As they enter the exam room, she lays her purse down in a chair and then steps out to use the bathroom as the doctor comes in to examine Brendan. Once she leaves, the doctor moves the purse to the counter so that he can sit in the chair. If Brendan has not yet grasped theory of mind (TOM), where will he assume that his mother will look for her purse after returning?

A. In the chair
B. On the counter
C. In the bathroom
D. On the floor


Answer: B

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