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abc · **on:** Jul 31, 2018

Jacinta, the mother of a 10-month-old baby boy, is concerned about her son's increasing fussiness when she leaves him with his babysitter each morning.

Which explanation of his behavior is most likely to be accurate?
a. He is showing separation distress because his recognition memory is improving during this period.
b. He is showing separation distress because his recall memory is improving during this period.
c. He is showing lack of habituation to his caregiver which suggests the need to seek out a new babysitter.
d. He is showing increased willfulness suggesting the need for greater discipline from his parents.

Question 2

The ability to use language to communicate effectively by using well-organized narratives primarily depends upon the development of ____________ skill.

a. phonological
b. semantic
c. pragmatic
d. syntactic