Asked by
Ashley Baker
on Oct 29, 2024
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Japanese adults can have difficulty distinguishing between "la" and "ra." In tests of Japanese infants, research has shown that __________.
A) they can't distinguish between "la" and "ra" either
B) they do detect the transition between "la" and "ra," and just as easily as do American babies
C) they do detect the transition between "la" and "ra," but not as easily as do American babies
D) they can't distinguish between two sets of "k" sounds, but they do distinguish between "la" and "ra"
Japanese Infants
Refers specifically to infants born to Japanese parents, often in the context of discussing cultural influences on development and behavior.
"La" and "Ra"
Phonetic components or sounds used in various languages, often studied in phonetics and linguistics to understand speech production and perception.
Sound Contrasts
Differences in sound that distinguish one phoneme from another in a particular language.
- Comprehend the developmental dimensions of language acquisition.
Verified Answer
JR
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the developmental dimensions of language acquisition.