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Unit 5 – Cognitive Psychology
Topic 5.11
Why do toddlers often overgeneralize grammar rules in their early speech, such as saying "goed" instead of "went"?
They have difficulty hearing correct grammar usage.
This is due to a lack in cognitive development.
They are mimicking adults who use simplified speech.
This is a part of their process learning language rules through trial and error.
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AP Psychology - 5.11 Components of Language and Language Acquisition
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