Humans learn languages best in their childhood. In fact, some research indicates that if a child doesn’t learn to speak a formal language before the age of 6, they may never learn to speak well at all. This would best illustrate which of the following?
A. Critical period
B. Normative age graded changes
C. Individual differences
D. Cultural specificity
Answer:A
Humans learn languages best in their childhood. In fact, some research indicates that if a child doesn’t learn to speak a formal language before the age of 6, they may never learn to speak well at all. This would best illustrate which of the following?
A. Critical period B. Normative age graded changes C. Individual differences D. Cultural specificity