Which of the Following Is an Accurate Statement About Motherese

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an accurate statement about motherese?

• A) It is the behavior pattern shown by infants attached to their mothers.
• B) It is not effective in communicating with young children.
• C) It is scientifically described as infant-directed speech.
• D) It is spoken only by mothers and only to their own infants.
• E) It tends to slow down language acquisition.

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