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By one year of age, after only speaking Japanese since she was born, Maria doesn't recognize changes in sounds in English words that she previously seemed to notice at 3 months of age. Why do you think Maria lost that ability? Is this normal or a problem? Please support your answer with Patricia Kuhl's research.


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Tidal Volume

The volume of air that is inhaled or exhaled in a normal breath at rest.

Respiratory Capacities

the combined volumes of air that the lungs are capable of holding, considered in different phases of respiration.

Vital Capacity

The maximum amount of air a person can expel from the lungs after a maximum inhalation.

Regular Exercise

Routine physical activity intended to improve or maintain physical fitness and overall health.

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