At Birth, an Infant Can Distinguish __________

question 8

Multiple Choice

At birth, an infant can distinguish __________.

• A) between all the sounds of all the languages in the world
• B) between all the sounds used in his or her parents' language
• C) only the difference between male and female vocal registers
• D) the sounds made only by his or her mother's voice

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Definitions:

Intrauterine Device

A small, often T-shaped birth control device inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy.

Contraceptive Approach

Methods or strategies used to prevent pregnancy as a part of family planning.

Abstinence

The practice of abstaining from indulging in a habit or substance, especially alcohol, drugs, or sexual activity.

Seminiferous Tubule

The highly coiled tubules within the testes where spermatogenesis, the process of sperm production, occurs.