Multiple Choice
Which of the following is an accurate statement about motherese?
A) It is the behavior pattern shown by infants attached to their mothers.
B) It is not effective in communicating with young children.
C) It is scientifically described as infant-directed speech.
D) It is spoken only by mothers and only to their own infants.
E) It tends to slow down language acquisition.
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