Pretending is an important part developing abstract thought, such as connecting symbols with real objects and events.
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In its first edition in 1905, the UDC already included many features that were revolutionary in the context of knowledge classifications : tables of generally applicable ( aspect-free ) concepts called common auxiliary tables; a series of special auxiliary tables with specific but re-usable attributes in a particular field of knowledge; an expressive notational system with connecting symbols and syntax rules to enable coordination of subjects and the creation of a documentation language proper.