Which of the following statements is supported by research on early word learning?
A) The principle of mutual exclusivity sufficiently explains early vocabulary growth.
B) Most word learning strategies are innate.
C) Children's first several hundred nouns refer mostly to objects well-organized by shape.
D) Young children assume that all words refer to entirely separate categories.
C
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Sally and Susan just bought the exact same dress. Sally bought it on sale for 50% off. Susan paid the full price of $140. According to cognitive dissonance theory, what is the likely outcome?
a) Susan becomes angry with Sally for getting the better deal. b) Sally likes her sales dress better than Susan likes hers. c) In justifying her purchase, Susan likes her dress more than Sally does. d) Cognitive dissonance would not play a role in this situation.
Harold, age 82, has little difficulty walking but, nonetheless, recently experienced a fall. What is the best thing that Harold's family can do to help prevent further falls?
A) encourage Harold to decrease his activity level B) take Harold to the eye doctor to ensure that he has proper corrective eyewear C) encourage Harold to rely on a cane or a walker D) discourage Harold from walking unassisted