When You Turn on Your Computer for the Day, You

question 12

Multiple Choice

When you turn on your computer for the day, you notice lights and fans but no beeps and no video. The Num Lock light does not come on.
What might be the problem with your computer? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Motherboard has failed.
• B) Video is not working properly.
• C) Processor has failed or is not seated properly.
• D) Power supply is not working properly.
• E) RAM is not working properly.

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Definitions:

Nativist Approach

The theory that a genetically determined, innate mechanism directs the development of language.

Universal Grammar

A theory in linguistics postulating that the ability to acquire language is innate to humans and that all human languages share a common underlying structure.

Learning Theory Approach

The theory that language acquisition follows the basic laws of reinforcement and conditioning.

Motherese

The simplified and exaggerated speech style used by adults when talking to babies and young children, also known as child-directed speech.