Child-Directed Speech Is Best Defined as

question 46

Multiple Choice

Child-directed speech is best defined as

• A) a type of speech adults use with small children.
• B) a child's first words.
• C) a type of speech children use with adults.
• D) speech directed from one child to another.

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Definitions:

Authoritarian

An authoritarian refers to a governing or leadership style characterized by absolute or blind obedience to authority, as against individual freedom and related to centralized power.

Authoritative

A parenting style characterized by high demands and high responsiveness, where parents set clear standards for their children but also encourage independence and are open to communication.

Permissive

A parenting style characterized by low demands with high responsiveness, where parents are lenient and may only step in when necessary.

Influenced

Being influenced refers to having one's behavior, actions, or thoughts altered or directed by forces or opinions outside of oneself.