Highly proficient, early learners of English as a second language show
A) no differences in brain activation compared with monolingual English speakers.
B) reduced activation in the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex compared to monolingual English speakers.
C) higher activation in a portion of Broca's area than monolingual English speakers.
D) reduced activation in a portion of Broca's area compared to monolingual English speakers.

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Studies have shown that highly proficient, early learners of English as a second language exhibit higher activation in a portion of Broca's area compared to monolingual English speakers. This is likely due to increased cognitive effort involved in language processing and control in bilingual individuals. Option A is incorrect because there are differences in brain activation between bilingual and monolingual speakers. Option B is also incorrect as there is no evidence to suggest reduced activation in the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex. Option D is incorrect as studies suggest higher activation in Broca's area in bilingual individuals.

Highly Proficient, Early Learners of English as a Second Language