Chomsky Viewed Language Acquisition in Children as Being the Result

question 164

Multiple Choice

Chomsky viewed language acquisition in children as being the result of:

• A) an innate language acquisition device.
• B) reinforcement by adults of correct language production.
• C) utilitarian learning, in which children learn that correct language produces desirable results.
• D) classical conditioning of innate utterances produced by infants and young children.

Recognize the importance of expert and referent power in influencing others.

Describe the relationship between power, authority, and influence.

Understand the concept and significance of the zone of indifference.

Comprehend the effects of coercive power on employee behavior and performance.

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