When a Child Produces a Single Word, Such as "Bottle

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Multiple Choice

When a child produces a single word, such as "bottle," it may mean a variety of things, such as "I want the bottle" or "there's the bottle" or "I like the bottle." This type of usage is referred to as:

• A) an adaptation
• B) holophrastic speech
• C) an overextension
• D) telegraphic speech