By Age 6, the Average Child Has a Vocabulary of Around

question 24

Multiple Choice

By age 6, the average child has a vocabulary of around ___________ words.

• A)8000
• B)10 000
• C)12 000
• D)14 000

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Definitions:

Reticular Activating System

A network of neurons located in the brainstem that plays a crucial role in controlling arousal and wakefulness.

Motor Cortex

An area within the cerebral cortex that plays a crucial role in devising, regulating, and carrying out intentional movements.

Somatosensory Cortex

A part of the brain that processes sensory information from the body, including touch, temperature, and pain sensations.

Parietal Lobes

A region of the cerebral cortex involved in processing sensory information regarding the location of parts of the body as well as interpreting visual information.