Hugo (3;10 years) is a typically-developing English-speaking child. Which of the following productions of the word shoe would be acceptable for Hugo's age?

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At 3;10 years, a typically-developing English-speaking child like Hugo would be expected to produce most speech sounds correctly, including the initial "sh" sound in "shoe." The closest approximation given is [su], where the child correctly produces the "s" sound but omits the "h," a common simplification but still understandable within the context of typical development. Other options represent more significant deviations from the expected pronunciation and are less likely to be observed in a child of Hugo's age and developmental stage.

Hugo (3;10 Years) Is a Typically-Developing English-Speaking Child