Andrew uses incorrect word forms such as "ain't" and incorrect grammar such as "I don't got none." What would B. F. Skinner say was the source of Andrew's poor language development? ____
A) delayed cognitive development
B) lack of innate language ability
C) parents rewarded incorrect language use
D) parents ignored incorrect language use

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B.F. Skinner's theory of behaviorism suggests that language is learned through reinforcement and punishment. In Andrew's case, his parents may have rewarded him for using incorrect language forms, such as "ain't" and "don't got none," which would reinforce this behavior and lead to poor language development.

Andrew Uses Incorrect Word Forms Such as "Ain't" and Incorrect