摘要：Prior studies were limited in the comparison of false belief tasks with desire tasks due to lack of consideration of level of executive functions. To compensate for this,executive functions were included in new preference-related and game-related tasks of conflicting desire. These tasks were administered to 246 preschoolers ranging from 2.5 to 4 years of age. Statistical analysis was by one-way ANOVA and repeated measures ANOVA. Results showed significant main efete depend- ing on age and task type. Younger children lacked ability of executive function,such as inhibition and working memory. Older preschoolers averaged better scores on task performance,showing that it is difficult for younger children to control their own desires and select the contradicted view.
关键词：executive Level;task type;performance ability on tasks of conflicting desires
