Which Statement Best Summarizes Meltzoff's Research on Deferred Imitation

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which statement best summarizes Meltzoff's research on deferred imitation?

• A)It is present to some degree as early as 4 to 5 months.
• B)It is present to some degree at 9 to 14 months.
• C)It is not present until 18 to 24 months.
• D)It is not present until 30 to 36 months.

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