Which of the Following Best Describes an Underextension of Word

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes an underextension of word meaning?

• A)A child uses a word incorrectly to describe a wide variety of objects or events.
• B)A child knows more than one word for the same object or event.
• C)A child uses a general word to refer to a small range of objects or events.
• D)A child attempts to describe an object or event that he or she has never seen.

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Definitions:

Melatonin Deficiency

A condition characterized by low levels of melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles, leading to sleep disturbances.

Insomnia

A sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep, affecting physical and mental health.

Hormone

A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cells or organs, essential for various bodily functions.

Split-brain Operation

A split-brain operation is a surgical procedure that involves severing the corpus callosum to treat severe epilepsy, leading to a condition where the two hemispheres of the brain cannot directly communicate.