By the Age of Three Years, the Typical Child Has

question 665

Multiple Choice

By the age of three years, the typical child has a _____ vocabulary of about 3,000 words and is acquiring about a dozen new words a(n) _____.

• A) comprehension; week
• B) production; month
• C) comprehension; hour
• D) production; day

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Theory

Equilibrium theory in social contexts suggests that relationships are maintained by a balance of emotional exchange and effort between the people involved.

Topic Intimacy

The level of personal significance and emotional depth discussed within a conversation or shared between individuals.

Personal Space

The physical and psychological area an individual considers their own, preferring it to be free from intrusion by others.

Third Places

Public places that serve as informal gathering spots, distinct from one's home (first place) and work (second place), important for community building.