Most contemporary psycholinguists believe that operant conditioning ________.
A)accounts for all of language acquisition
B)accounts for most of language acquisition
C)cannot completely account for language acquisition
D)together with classical conditioning accounts for language acquisition

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Operant conditioning, a concept introduced by B.F. Skinner, suggests that behaviors can be learned through reinforcement and punishment. However, most contemporary psycholinguists argue that this theory cannot completely account for the complexity of language acquisition, as it does not fully explain the innate ability for language learning and the rapid acquisition of language in young children.

Most Contemporary Psycholinguists Believe That Operant Conditioning ________