Which Statement MOST Accurately Describes the Results of Gleitman,Newport,and Gleitman's

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which statement MOST accurately describes the results of Gleitman,Newport,and Gleitman's (1984) study on the efficacy of the language pattern known as motherese?

• A) Motherese is an essential element in the linguistic development of children.
• B) Motherese is used more often by parents in western cultures.
• C) There is no correlation between the degree to which motherese is used by parents and the degree of linguistic development of their children.
• D) Motherese can retard the linguistic development of children because of the artificial nature of this speech pattern.

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Definitions:

Implicit Motives

Unconscious motivations, usually measured with projective tests.

Affiliation Motive

An underlying psychological drive that influences individuals to form connections, bond with others, and seek social acceptance.

Explicit Motives

Conscious motivations, usually measured by self-report.

Affiliation Motive

A psychological drive that influences an individual's need to form or maintain positive social relationships and connections.