Among children whose language is significantly delayed,researchers have also noted that imitation and symbolic play are significantly delayed.This finding supports which view of language development?
A)LAD
B)Interactionist
C)Nativist
D)Naturalist

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The findings that children with delayed language development also have delayed imitation and symbolic play support the Interactionist view of language development, which emphasizes the role of both biological and environmental factors in language acquisition. The Nativist view emphasizes more on innate linguistic abilities, the Naturalist view focuses on language development in the context of a child's natural environment, but neither specifically address the importance of imitation and symbolic play in language development. LAD (Language Acquisition Device) is a specific theory within the Nativist view, but the evidence presented does not specifically support this theory.

Among Children Whose Language Is Significantly Delayed,researchers Have Also Noted