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Sandesh Acharya
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Inferring another's mental state is an ability known as

A) cognitive mapping.
B) latent learning.
C) theory of mind.
D) modeling.

Theory of Mind

The ability to attribute mental states—beliefs, intents, desires, emotions, knowledge—to oneself and to others, and to understand that others have beliefs, desires, and intentions that are different from one's own.

Mental State

The condition of one's mind or psychology, encompassing emotions, thoughts, and mood at a given time.

  • Elucidate the notion of theory of mind and its significance in development.
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