Asked by Armon Sesson on Jul 03, 2024

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Which term means infant vocalization with well-formed syllables that sounds remarkably like language?

A) expansions
B) canonical babbling
C) telegraphic speech
D) recasting

Canonical Babbling

A stage in infant language development characterized by repetitive syllables that resemble the rhythm and pitch of speech.

Telegraphic Speech

Two-word utterances produced by toddlers that communicate only the essential words.

  • Understand the steps and symptoms of early linguistic acquisition.
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Ciarra Hernandez5 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Canonical babbling is the term used for infant vocalization with well-formed syllables that sounds remarkably like language. Option A, expansions refer to the language-learning strategy in which an adult repeats a child's words adding elaboration to it. Option C, telegraphic speech is using simplified speech pattern where only essential words are expressed. Option D, recasting refers to repeating what the child has said, but this time using the proper grammar or syntax.