Question

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which theory of language development and acquisition includes the concepts of reinforcement, stimulus control, deprivation, and aversive stimulation?
a. skinners idea of language
b. jean piagets theory of cognitive development
c. chomskys nativist approach
d. bruners theory of language development

Explanation:

Skinner's theory of language development is rooted in behaviorism, which includes concepts like reinforcement, stimulus control, deprivation, and operant conditioning—key elements mentioned in the question. Other options focus on cognitive stages (Piaget), innate mechanisms (Chomsky), or social interaction (Bruner), not the behaviorist concepts listed.

Answer:

A. Skinner's idea of language