Britta has begun repeating syllables such as "da-da-da-da" and "me-me-me-me-me." Britta is in the _____ stage of language development.

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The question asks us to identify the language development stage associated with Britta repeating syllables like 'da-da-da-da' and 'me-me-me-me-me.'
Option 1: gurgling. Gurgling is an early vocalization typically occurring in infancy before true babbling, often involving simple sounds and not structured repetitive syllables. The example given involves deliberate repetition of syllables, which goes beyond basic gurgling.
Option 2: holophrasing. Holophrastic speech refers to a stage where a child uses single words to convey broader meanings (e.g., 'milk' to mean 'I want milk'). The described repetitive syllables do not convey a complete word or meaning in a single utterance, so holophrasing is not appropriate here.
Option 3: cooing. Cooing describes mellower vowel-like sounds (often around 2–3 months) and is characterized by cooing noises such as 'ooh' and 'aah' rather than repetitive consonant-vowel syllables. It does not capture the repetitive syllabic pattern shown.
Option 4: babbling. Babbling involves repeated syllables such as 'ba-ba,' 'da-da,' or 'ma-ma' and is a hallmark of early language development as infants experiment with sounds and speech patterns. The example given aligns with this stage because it shows purposeful repetition of consonant-vowel syllables, illustrating the progression toward more complex speech.
Thus, the description best matches the babbling stage, while the other options describe earlier, less structured vocalizations or single-word uses that do not fit the scenario.

Intro to Child Psychology Exam #2 (5-7) - Due 10/15-16 (Remotely Proctored)

Britta has begun repeating syllables such as "da-da-da-da" and "me-me-me-me-me." Britta is in the _____ stage of language development.

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