When children can learn a new word, sometimes with only one exposure, it is called

A. syntactic bootstrapping.
B. the whole object bias.
C. fast mapping.
D. statistical learning.


Answer: C

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A. 15 to 18 pounds. B. 18 to 23 pounds. C. 25 to 35 pounds. D. Any amount of weight gain is acceptable.

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Indicate whether the statement is true(T) or false(F).

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A. They are necessary for all educators. B. They are unnecessary for action research purposes. C. They offer a reason to conduct action research. D. They are required for approving the study.

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