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faduma

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on: Jun 22, 2018

Which of the following vocal characteristics is listed in the textbook as a feature of elderspeak?

use of higher frequencies
faster speech
bigger words
lower pitch

Question 2

The multidisciplinary, scientific study of old age is called

gerontology.
psychology.
demography.
geography.

ririgirl15

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

use of higher frequencies

Answer to Question 2

gerontology.

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