Principles of animate-inanimate distinction in infancy [26].
| Domain of distinction . | Distinction . | Categories of distinction . |
|---|---|---|
| Physical | Onset of motion | Self-propelled versus caused motion |
| Line of trajectory | Smooth versus irregular | |
| Form of causal action | Action at a distance versus action from contact | |
| Pattern of interaction | Contingent versus non-contingent | |
| Type of causal role | Agent versus recipient | |
| Psychological | Purpose of action | Goal-directed versus without aim |
| Influence of mental states | Intentional versus accidental |
| Domain of distinction . | Distinction . | Categories of distinction . |
|---|---|---|
| Physical | Onset of motion | Self-propelled versus caused motion |
| Line of trajectory | Smooth versus irregular | |
| Form of causal action | Action at a distance versus action from contact | |
| Pattern of interaction | Contingent versus non-contingent | |
| Type of causal role | Agent versus recipient | |
| Psychological | Purpose of action | Goal-directed versus without aim |
| Influence of mental states | Intentional versus accidental |