The critical period hypothesis states that:
A) there is a critical length of time that is required for language to develop in children.
B) there is a critical age range during which chidlren are able to develop language.
C) it is critical that adults provide input to children in order for them to develop language.
D) children must be at least as old as the critical age before they can develop language.

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The critical period hypothesis states that there is a critical age range during which children are able to develop language. If language is not acquired within this critical period, it becomes much more difficult to learn. This critical period is thought to end around puberty.

The Critical Period Hypothesis States That