Question

In talking with Grandma on the phone, little Marcelo suddenly exclaims, “Oh, look at that pretty red bird!” When his grandmother asks him to describe the bird, Marcelo says, “Out there, out there! Right there, Grandma!” He finally gets frustrated and hangs up. This is an example of ____

Answer 1

Answer: This is an example of EGOCENTRISM.

Explanation: Egocentrism can be defined as the constant following of one's egostical desires to an extreme. It is the inability to understand that other individuals have a perception of their own. Egocentric people are unable to differentiate between self and others. This a clear example of what Marcelo did. He couldn't understand that his physical view of things is different from his grandma's when talking over the phone.

Answer 2

Answer: The correct answer is : egocentrism.

Explanation: Self-centeredness is the ability to see the world through the eyes of another person other than their own. The egocentric is very safe with high self-esteem but they are apparent, they are only a defense mechanism to protect their insecurity and loneliness.