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In the past 20 years,what has happened to the reported number of child abuse cases?


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Underextension

A linguistic phenomenon where a child applies a word in a narrower scope than it is traditionally used, indicating a developmental stage in language acquisition.

Undergeneralization

The error of applying rules or knowledge too narrowly or to too few cases, instances, or examples.

Overextension

The application of a word or concept beyond its usual scope, common in the language development of children, where they attribute broader meanings to words.

Fast Mapping

The ability, especially noted in children, to rapidly learn and retain new words or concepts after minimal exposure.

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