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Identify and describe one of the three major theories of concept representation: defining-features, probabilistic, or theory-based. What is the mechanism of conceptual development in your chosen theory? Provide an example that illustrates the mechanisms of your chosen theory. How would a child likely respond to a given scenario from the perspective of your chosen theory?

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This solution gives students the reflective approach model's conceptual developmental mechanisms that dictate the theoretical framework for concept respresenation. Refective approach is one of three major Concept Representation Theories, and the solution discusses this theory.

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1) Identify and describe one of the three major theories of concept representation: defining-features, probabilistic, or theory-based.

One of the three major theories of concept representation is reflective approach, wherein meaning lies in the object, person, idea, or in the real world. Therefore, the child is enabled to mimic or reflect upon what they have been presented with (Global, 2012).

2) What is the mechanism of conceptual development in your chosen theory?

The conceptual development is cultivated through an approach wherein children are able to deduce or conceive the truth by reflecting upon ...

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