Which Linguistic Skills Provide Solid Evidence That a Child Is

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which linguistic skills provide solid evidence that a child is developing a theory of mind?

• A) Producing a first word
• B) Cooing
• C) Producing a first grammatically correct sentence
• D) Saying, "I whistle because I am happy"

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Definitions:

Neurocognitive Disorder

A category of mental health disorders that primarily affect cognitive abilities including learning, memory, perception, and problem-solving.

Strokes

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Alzheimer's Disease

A progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by cognitive decline and memory loss, considered the most common form of dementia.

Down Syndrome

A genetic disorder caused by the presence of an extra 21st chromosome, leading to developmental and physical growth delays.