Recent research on bilingualism that corrected the flaws from earlier studies indicate that bilingualism is associated with:
A)notable deficits in the time course of language development.
B)enhancements in IQ score.
C)deficits in both language development and general cognitive functioning.
D)a similar course of language development as observed in monolingual individuals.

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Recent research that has corrected the flaws in earlier studies shows that bilingualism does not result in deficits but rather a similar course of language development as observed in monolingual individuals. This has been supported by studies using advanced statistical methods that have controlled for factors such as socio-economic status and the amount of exposure to both languages. Though there may be some initial delays in language development, such delays tend to even out by the time children reach school age. However, bilingualism has been found to provide various cognitive, social, and emotional benefits.

Recent Research on Bilingualism That Corrected the Flaws from Earlier