Question

In language development which of the following statement(s) is/are true?

• A. The ability to distinguish speech from non-speech sound is likely to develop before the age of three months.
• B. The ability to distinguish between words, without understanding their meaning, is likely to develop before the age of seven months.
• C. Babbling is not likely to develop before the age of six months.
• D. The ability to use single words is not likely to begin before the age of ten months.

Hint:

Language development follows a predictable pattern, with early milestones such as distinguishing speech sounds, babbling, and the use of first words appearing in a typical sequence during infancy.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A, D

- (A) The ability to distinguish speech from non-speech sound is likely to develop before the age of three months. This statement is correct. Research suggests that infants can begin to distinguish between speech sounds and non-speech sounds at around three months of age, which is an early milestone in language development.
- (B) The ability to distinguish between words, without understanding their meaning, is likely to develop before the age of seven months. This statement is incorrect. While infants begin to recognize and differentiate between words, this typically happens after the age of seven months. Before this, babies might respond to the rhythm and tone of speech but are not yet able to distinguish words based on meaning.
- (C) Babbling is not likely to develop before the age of six months. This statement is incorrect. Babbling typically begins around 4-6 months, so it is quite common for infants to begin babbling before six months of age.
- (D) The ability to use single words is not likely to begin before the age of ten months. This statement is correct. Most infants begin to use their first recognizable words, such as "mama" or "dada," around 10-12 months of age. Thus, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{A) and D} \]