You Are Studying a Child's Language Abilities

question 452

Multiple Choice

You are studying a child's language abilities. You note that her language is strongly influenced by her environment. This supports the idea of

• A)a LASS
• B)a LAD
• C)linguistic relativity
• D)segmentation
• E)pragmatics

Recognize the classification of play types in early childhood as identified by Mildred Parten.

Understand various dimensions of childrearing and their implications on child development.

Identify the role of sibling conflict in developing social competence.

Understand the characteristics of different parenting styles.

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Definitions:

Localized Neural Circuit

Describes a specific network of neurons within the brain or nervous system that performs a distinct function or processes certain types of information.

Information Processing

A theory that describes the way humans perceive, analyze, manipulate, store, and recall information.

Implicit Memory

A type of long-term memory that influences thoughts and behaviors without conscious awareness, such as skills, habits, and conditioned responses.

Declarative Memory

A type of long-term memory that allows individuals to recall facts and events explicitly.