The connectionist model showing that various levels of speech processing occur simultaneously and interactively is known as: (the):
A) motor theory
B) TRACE model
C) modularity
D) dual-route model

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The TRACE model proposes that speech processing occurs simultaneously and interactively at various levels, including phonetic, lexical, and semantic levels. It suggests that information flows bidirectionally between these levels and that activation spreads from the bottom-up and top-down, creating a dynamic and interconnected network. A and D are specific models or theories that do not fully capture the interactive nature of speech processing, while C proposes a modular approach that suggests a rigid separation between different levels of processing, which contradicts the evidence from the TRACE model.

The Connectionist Model Showing That Various Levels of Speech Processing