What Does a "Critical Period" in Language Development Refer To

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Multiple Choice

What does a "critical period" in language development refer to?

• A) Period during which the brain is receptive to language learning
• B) Period during which children are proficient in their first language
• C) Period during which children must receive stimulation to learn language
• D) Period during which the brain forms neural connections for language learning

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