Although younger infants may babble and imitate speech sounds, such as "dada," in general most infants are able to say "mama," "dada," and one other word by which age?
a. 6 to 8 months c. 10 to 12 months
b. 8 to 10 months d. 12 to 15 months
B
At 8 to 10 months of age, most infants are able to say "mama," "dada," and one other word.
Infants 6 to 8 months old can babble vowel-like sounds, "ooh," and "aah"; imitate speech sounds ("mama" and "dada"); and laugh aloud. Infants 10 to 12 months old understand "no" and other simple commands; say one or two other words; imitate speech sounds; and speak gibberish. At 12 to 15 months, they can say four to six words.
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