Which of the Following Sentences Is True About Receptive Vocabulary

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sentences is true about receptive vocabulary and expressive vocabulary?

• A) Children's receptive vocabulary development outpaces their expressive vocabulary development.
• B) Children's receptive vocabulary develops only after their expressive vocabulary is completely developed.
• C) Children's receptive vocabulary is equal to their expressive vocabulary at any given time.
• D) Children's receptive vocabulary is lost if proper reinforcement is not provided, whereas expressive vocabulary is permanent.

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Definitions:

Verbal Behaviors

Refers to the ways in which individuals use language and speech to communicate with each other, encompassing a variety of styles and techniques.

Expressing Feelings

The communication of one's emotional states to others through words, actions, or artistic expression.

Nonverbal Messages

Information conveyed without words, using gestures, body language, facial expressions, and other visual cues.

Verbal Messages

Communication through spoken, written, or signed words.