The idea that adults will modify that way they talk with young children until the child can understand and respond is associated with the theory of
A) interactionism.
B) information processing.
C) social cognitive theory.
D) operant conditioning.

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The theory of interactionism emphasizes the importance of social interactions, including language use, in the development of children. This includes the idea that adults will modify their language use based on the child's ability to understand and respond.

The Idea That Adults Will Modify That Way They Talk