Learning a spoken language is different from other types of learning in that
A. the ability to learn language is closely tied to measures of intelligence.
B. no specific instruction is necessary.
C. there is no evidence for genetic influences on language learning.
D. simple exposure is insufficient for learning to occur.
Answer: B
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In 1990, the rock band Judas Priest was put on trial for contributing to the suicide of a teenager
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