Research on phonological memory and world learning skills indicates that:
A) phonological memory is not related to acquiring a mental lexicon.
B) phonological memory is related to acquiring a growing mental lexicon. Children use phonological distinctions to categorize new words.
C) children do not use phonological distinctions to categorize new words.
D) None of these answers are true.

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Research has shown that phonological memory is related to acquiring a growing mental lexicon. Children use their phonological memory to store and retrieve words. They use phonological distinctions to categorize new words and to distinguish between similar-sounding words. This skill is important for learning new vocabulary and developing language skills.

Research on Phonological Memory and World Learning Skills Indicates That