What Is Occurring When a Baby's Babbles and Coos Are

question 52

Multiple Choice

What is occurring when a baby's babbles and coos are followed by the caregiver vocalizing, which is then followed by the baby vocalizing again?

• A) Expansions
• B) Pseudodialogue
• C) Reciprocity
• D) Linguistic rhythm

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Definitions:

Comparison Level

A standard that develops over time, allowing us to judge whether a new relationship is profitable or not.

Minimax Strategy

In relating to others, we try to minimise the costs and maximise the rewards that accrue.

Maternal Deprivation

A theory that suggests the lack of an attachment figure, especially a mother, during childhood, can lead to long-term cognitive, social, and emotional difficulties.

Spitz

The name of a psychologist, René Spitz, known for his research on the effects of deprivation of emotional nurturance on infants.