Some research suggests that it is easier for young children to learn a second language than it is for adults. This is an example of:
A) critical period.
B) sensitive period.
C) bioecological processes.
D) microsystems.

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This is an example of a sensitive period, a time when the human brain is especially receptive to learning certain skills or knowledge, such as a second language. Unlike a critical period, which implies a strict window after which learning is significantly harder or impossible, a sensitive period suggests an optimal timeframe for learning, with learning still possible outside this period, albeit potentially more challenging.

Some Research Suggests That It Is Easier for Young Children