Question

In experiments showing object permanence, how do babies react to events that seem impossible, such as a toy suddenly disappearing?

Options

• They ignore the toy.

• They look longer at the event.

• They cry immediately.

• They clap their hands.

Answer 1

They look longer at the event.

Explanation:

Babies tend to look longer at events that seem impossible, which is used by researchers to study if object permanence is present.