Which of the Following Is Not a Likely Reason for the Tapering

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a likely reason for the tapering of gestural communication in children in the middle of their second year of life?

• A) Gestures are not an effective means of communication when the recipient is not in the same room as the child.
• B) Parents tend to encourage verbalizations over gestures.
• C) Children begin to understand that gestures do not really symbolize objects and actions.
• D) Gestures are primarily understood only by a limited number of adults.

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Definitions:

Extrinsic Motivation

Encouragement stemming from external factors including wealth, recognition, scores, and compliments.

Intrinsic Motivation

The drive to perform an activity for its inherent satisfaction or pleasure, rather than for some separable consequence.

Organismic Needs

Fundamental human needs identified in various psychological theories that are innate and drive behavior, such as physiological, safety, love, and esteem needs.

Intrinsic Motivation

The drive to engage in an activity for its own sake, rather than for the sake of obtaining a reward or avoiding punishment.