Which of the following is true according to recent research on human speech?
A) Humans do not show species-specific behavior relevant to speech.
B) Deaf children cannot benefit from language training after they are 4 years old.
C) There is a sensitive period for language acquisition in humans.
D) Overall, second-language learning is far more difficult for children than for adults.

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Recent research has confirmed that there is a sensitive period for language acquisition in humans, typically lasting until around age 12. During this time, children's brains are uniquely primed to acquire language, making it easier for them to learn multiple languages and develop native-like proficiency. This period is thought to be related to changes in the brain's plasticity and neural circuits.

Which of the Following Is True According to Recent Research