Ben's mom, Sofia, makes up a nonsensical word and has Ben repeat it immediately after to her so that he can learn different speech sounds. What is the name for this ability to briefly remember a speech sound?

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The ability to briefly remember a speech sound is called phonological memory. This is the storage and processing of speech sounds in short-term memory. Option A (overextension) refers to the use of a word in a broader context than is appropriate (e.g. calling all four-legged animals "doggy"). Option C (phonological repetition) is a similar concept to phonological memory but specifically refers to the ability to repeat a sequence of speech sounds. Option D (speech therapy) is a treatment method used to improve communication skills (including phonological memory) in individuals with speech and language disorders.

Ben's Mom, Sofia, Makes Up a Nonsensical Word and Has