Who Proposed That Children's Language Development Was Caused by Imitation

question 56

Multiple Choice

Who proposed that children's language development was caused by imitation and reinforcement?

• A) Noam Chomsky
• B) John Watson
• C) Keller Breland
• D) B. F. Skinner

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Definitions:

Diffusion of Responsibility

A phenomenon where individuals are less likely to take action or feel a sense of responsibility in the presence of others, typically in emergency situations.

Social Loafing

The phenomenon where individuals exert less effort when working in a group than when working alone.

Independence

The state or quality of being self-reliant, free from external control or support.

Perceiving Oneself

The process of becoming aware of and understanding one's own identity, characteristics, and feelings.