Which of the Following Is Not a Characteristic of Infant-Directed

question 86

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a characteristic of infant-directed speech?

• A) The use of shorter words and sentences.
• B) The use of nonsense sounds mimicking the baby's sounds.
• C) Higher and more varied pitch.
• D) The use of repetitions, speaking at a slower rate, and longer pauses.

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