With regard to language learning, nativists believe that

A. language is learned as a result of differential parental reinforcement.
B. children learn language by listening, observing, and imitating.
C. children are biologically programmed for language acquisition.
D. the social environment plays the most critical role in language learning.


Answer: C

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