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Infants, animals, and the origins of number

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  27 July 2017

Eric Margolis
Eric Margolis*
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Department of Philosophy, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6T 1Z1, Canadaeric.margolis@ubc.cahttp://www.margolisphilosophy.com
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Abstract

Where do human numerical abilities come from? Leibovich et al. argue against nativist views of numerical development noting limitations in newborns' vision and limitations regarding newborns' ability to individuate objects. I argue that these considerations do not undermine competing nativist views and that Leibovich et al.'s model itself presupposes that infant learners have numerical representations.

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Behavioral and Brain Sciences , Volume 40 , 2017 , e178
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