Which Theory of Language Acquisition Combines Several Schools of Thought

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which theory of language acquisition combines several schools of thought to hypothesize that language development is produced through a combination of genetically predetermined predispositions and environmental circumstances that help teach language?

• A)universal grammar
• B)computational approach
• C)learning theory approach
• D)language-acquisition device

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Definitions:

Mental Disorder

A health condition characterized by significant dysfunction in an individual's cognition, emotions, or behavior, often distressing and impairing.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to gradually reduce anxiety through the use of relaxation techniques and exposure to feared stimuli.

Psychotherapy

The management of mental illness through psychological methods instead of medical treatments.

M'Naghten Rule

A legal standard used to determine whether a defendant was sane at the time of committing a crime, focusing on their ability to understand right from wrong.