The (intonation) pitch used in child-directed speech:
A) mirrors the pitch contour of the child's voice
B) is purposefully more monotonous than in speech directed to an adult
C) does not differ from speech directed to an adult
D) is intentionally more exaggerated than speech directed to an adult

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The pitch used in child-directed speech is intentionally more exaggerated than speech directed to an adult. This is known as "motherese" or "parentese," which involves exaggerated intonation, higher pitch, slower rate, and shorter utterances to facilitate language learning in infants and young children.

The (Intonation) Pitch Used in Child-Directed Speech