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FButt

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The finding that people who learn a foreign language later in life often speak with an accent is best explained by:
 
  a. the importance of optimal environments.
  b. the existence of critical periods.
  c. increased neural activity during language development.
  d. the effects of enriched environments.

Question 2

Research on critical periods in brain research most nearly suggests which of the following?
 
  a. Critical periods exist for humans but are flexible.
  b. The best time for the introduction of reading and math is 6 to 8 years.
  c. Critical periods provide critical windows of opportunities for developmental growth.
  d. Preschool should be a time of exploration and free play.


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cegalasso

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Reply #1 on: Jun 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

a


FButt

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Reply 2 on: Jun 20, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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