The Interactionist Approach to Language Development Differs from the Behaviorist

question 14

Multiple Choice

The interactionist approach to language development differs from the behaviorist approach in that the interactionist approach:

• A)believes that humans have an innate ability to acquire language.
• B)believes that environmental factors affect language development.
• C)does not believe in the existence of a language acquisition device.
• D)places a heavier emphasis on the role of social interactions in language development.

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