Which of the Following Is an Example of Child-Directed Speech

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of child-directed speech, also referred to as motherese?

• A) An adult speaks to an infant using simple language without articles like "the" and "a" spoken in a normal pitch.
• B) An adult speaks to an infant using normal adult speech that has been slowed down to a very slow tempo.
• C) An adult speaks to an infant using imitations of the infant's own sounds.
• D) An adult speaks to an infant using higher pitch than usual, with exaggerated ups and downs and slow tempo.

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Definitions:

Stable External

Refers to external conditions or factors that remain consistent and unchanging over time, affecting individuals or environments in a predictable manner.

Internal Attribution

The process of explaining one's own behavior or the behavior of others by attributing causes to internal characteristics or dispositions.

Noncausal Attribution

The assignment of a cause to an event or behavior without evidence of a direct cause-and-effect relationship.

External Attribution

The process of attributing the cause of one's own or others' behavior to external factors or situations.