Which features of language seem to have more of a sensitive period in development and seem to be more influenced by biology than by the environment? A. phonological abilities B. semantic abilities C. grammatical abilities D. both A & C
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This is because the ability to distinguish and produce the sounds of a language is largely determined by the development of the auditory system and motor skills, which have biological underpinnings. Show more…
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