The mockingbird gets its name from the fact that it often imitates the call of other birds, without conveying any particular message. A child who imitates others' speech without any sign of understanding it MOST likely would be diagnosed with:

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The behavior described is typical of individuals with autism spectrum disorder, who may exhibit echolalia, the repetition of words or phrases without comprehension or understanding of their meaning.

The Mockingbird Gets Its Name from the Fact That It