Children's ability to make an initial connection between a word and its referent after only a limited exposure to the word is called
A) telegraphic speech.
B) an overextension.
C) an underextension.
D) fast mapping.

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The ability of children to make an initial connection between a word and its referent after only a limited exposure to the word is known as fast mapping. This ability helps children acquire new words quickly and efficiently. Option A refers to a stage in language development, option B and C are examples of errors made during the language learning process.

Children's Ability to Make an Initial Connection Between a Word