Harris Is a 3-Week-Old Newborn

question 34

Multiple Choice

Harris is a 3-week-old newborn. A test of habituation reveals that he prefers listening to his mother's language over any other language. What is the best explanation for this? Harris _____.

• A) understands the words in his mother's language
• B) comprehends his mother's language
• C) recognizes the rhythm, sound, and cadence of his mother's language
• D) is designed to specifically learn his mother's language

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Definitions:

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