When 18-month-old Logan sees his Uncle Brandon, he calls him "dada" along with any other man he sees. This BEST illustrates which of the following?

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Overextension refers to the stage when a child uses a word too broadly, applying it to a wider collection of objects and events than is appropriate. In this case, Logan is using the word "dada" to refer to any man he sees, including his Uncle Brandon, which is an example of overextension.

When 18-Month-Old Logan Sees His Uncle Brandon, He Calls Him