Children between the ages of three and five incorrectly apply the rules of past tense and of plural when they say "sitted" instead of "sat" and "gooses" instead of "geese." This phase of language development reflects
A)charming childish speech.
B)a beginning knowledge of grammar.
C)faulty language development.
D)inadequate instruction by parents.

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This phase of language development reflects a beginning knowledge of grammar. Children are starting to understand the system of language and learn the basic rules of grammar, but they have not yet fully mastered them. As they continue to develop language skills, they will refine their understanding and begin to use proper grammar more consistently.

Children Between the Ages of Three and Five Incorrectly Apply