Which of the following is not a characteristic of infant-directed speech?
A) The use of shorter words and sentences.
B) The use of nonsense sounds mimicking the baby's sounds.
C) Higher and more varied pitch.
D) The use of repetitions, speaking at a slower rate, and longer pauses.

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The use of nonsense sounds mimicking the baby's sounds is a common characteristic of infant-directed speech, so it is not the correct answer. A, C, and D are all characteristics of infant-directed speech, making B the correct answer.

Which of the Following Is Not a Characteristic of Infant-Directed