Which Term Describes a Child's Intentional Search for Information About

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which term describes a child's intentional search for information about others' feelings to help explain the meaning of uncertain circumstances and events?

• A)social smiling
• B)nonverbal decoding
• C)social referencing
• D)nonverbal encoding

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Definitions:

Bilingualism

The ability to understand and use two languages proficiently, often associated with numerous cognitive and social benefits.

North America

A continent located in the Northern Hemisphere and almost entirely within the Western Hemisphere, including countries such as the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Europe

A continent located entirely in the Northern Hemisphere and mostly in the Eastern Hemisphere, comprising numerous countries and rich cultural diversity.

Telegraphic Speech

A stage in language development where young children communicate using short and simple sentences, often comprising only essential words.