All of the Following Statements Are True About "Motherese" Except

question 45

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements are true about "motherese" except

• A)it tends to be higher pitched than normal speech.
• B)it is found across many different languages.
• C)it features exaggerated ups and downs in pitch.
• D)it tends to be faster than normal speech.

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Definitions:

Semantic Memory

Long-term memory of general factual knowledge, social customs, and language.

Procedural Memory

Long-term memory of motor skills, habits, and ways of doing things, which can be recalled without conscious effort; sometimes called implicit memory.

Speed of Mental Processes

The rate at which the brain processes information, including perception, memory, and problem-solving.

Comprehension Skills

The ability to understand, process, and interpret written or spoken language.