In semantic development, "mama" applying to all women is an example of:
A) over-extension
B) under-extension
C) non-reduplicated babbling
D) substitution

Name: In semantic development, "mama" applying to all women is an example of: A) over-extension B) under-extension C) non-reduplicated babbling D) substitution
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Over-extension is when a child applies a word too broadly, such as using "mama" to refer to all women instead of just their mother.

In Semantic Development, "Mama" Applying to All Women Is an Example