At About 18 to 22 Months of Age, There Is

question 159

Multiple Choice

At about 18 to 22 months of age, there is a rapid burst in vocabulary. Approximately 75% of the words added during this time are nouns. This vocabulary burst can be called

• A) the expressive explosion.
• B) the specific nominal explosion.
• C) the naming explosion.
• D) referential style.

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Definitions:

Casual Conversation

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Predictive Interview

An interview technique focused on understanding how a candidate's past behaviors or achievements predict future performance.

Organizational Psychologist

A professional who applies psychological theories and principles to organizations, focusing on increasing workplace productivity and related issues.

Personnel Psychologist

A psychologist who specializes in applying psychological methods and principles to workplace problems, often focusing on areas such as employee selection and training.