The Language Acquisition Device

question 68

Multiple Choice

The language acquisition device

• A) is a built-in mechanism for acquiring language in humans.
• B) is a computer that generates sentences and answers questions.
• C) is the device used in the new computer game called "20 Questions".
• D) is the computer terminal used by bonobos to "speak" on the internet.

Apply psychological theories to understand human behavior and motivation.

Understand the ethical considerations in psychological research.

Differentiate between major areas of contemporary psychology.

Understand the principles of experimental design and variable manipulation.

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Definitions:

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Form 10-Q

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