Those Who Learn Sign Language as Teens Never Become as Fluent

question 19

Multiple Choice

Those who learn sign language as teens never become as fluent as children exposed to sign language from birth. This best illustrates the importance of ________ for mastering language.

• A) linguistic determinism
• B) telegraphic speech
• C) a critical period
• D) universal grammar

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Definitions:

Tricuspid Valve

A heart valve located between the right atrium and the right ventricle, preventing backflow of blood.

Aortic Blood Pressure

The pressure of the blood within the aorta, reflecting the force exerted by the blood on the aortic wall.

Conduction System

The electrical system within the heart that stimulates contractions to pump blood; includes structures like the SA node and AV node.

Spontaneous Action Potentials

Electrical impulses that occur naturally and are generated by certain cells, such as neurons and muscle cells, without external stimulation.