Riley Is 4 Months Old

question 94

Multiple Choice

Riley is 4 months old. In terms of language development, research suggests that she will learn the most from:

• A) interacting with other babies of the same age.
• B) listening to adult and child conversations on the TV.
• C) overhearing parental conversations in the same room.
• D) having direct face-to-face interactions with an adult caregiver.

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Definitions:

Financial Support

Monetary assistance provided to individuals or groups to help cover expenses and maintain financial stability.

Close Friends

Individuals with whom one shares a deep, personal bond, marked by affection, trust, and support.

Socioemotional Selectivity Theory

A psychological theory that suggests that as people age, they become more selective about their social networks because they place a higher value on emotional satisfaction.

Social Interaction

The process by which individuals act and react to those around them, forming the basis of relationships and societal structure.