Research on the shape-bias theory of word learning found that once toddlers showed a shape bias - that is,they realized that a name applies to objects that have the same shape,but not to objects of the same color or material
A)this new knowledge confused them and slowed down language acquisition.
B)they used this knowledge to learn the rules of grammar faster.
C)they used this knowledge to learn new words faster.
D)they engaged in more underextension and overextension.

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Research has shown that once toddlers develop a shape bias, they are able to learn new words faster as they are able to apply the word to similar shaped objects. This enhances their ability to generalize and categorize words, which aids in the overall acquisition of language.

Research on the Shape-Bias Theory of Word Learning Found That