Which of the Following Statements Is Supported by Research on Infant-Directed

question 105

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is supported by research on infant-directed speech (IDS) ?

• A) Deaf parents use a style of communication similar to IDS when signing to their deaf babies.
• B) By as early as 2 months, infants are more emotionally receptive to IDS.
• C) Infants do not begin to prefer IDS over other kinds of adult talk until age 2.
• D) Parents who use IDS are careful to always use utterances of the same length.

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Definitions:

Bicuspids

Also known as premolars, these are types of teeth located between the canines and molars, used for grinding food.

Molars

Molars are large, flat teeth at the back of the mouth, used primarily for grinding food.

Permanent Set

A long-lasting alteration of form or position, especially in hair styling, or a condition of being fixed in a particular stance or position.

Bicuspids

Also known as premolars, these are types of teeth located between the canine and molar teeth in the human dentition, primarily involved in crushing and grinding food.