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Q.

A 5-year-old girl talks to herself while trying to fold a T-shirt. Which of the following statements is correct in the context of the behaviour displayed by the girl?

[A] Jean Piaget and Lev Vygotsky would explain this as egocentric nature of the child's thoughts.
[B] Jean Piaget would explain this as egocentric speech, while Lev Vygotsky would explain this as the child's attempt to regulate her actions through private speech.
[C] Jean Piaget would explain this as social interaction, while Lev Vygotsky would explain this as an exploration.
[D] Jean Piaget and Lev Vygotsky would explain this as the child's attempt to imitate her mother
Answer & Explanation

Answer: Jean Piaget would explain this as egocentric speech, while Lev Vygotsky would explain this as the child's attempt to regulate her actions through private speech.