With respect to the development of the ability to recognize sounds,which of the following statements is true?
A) Although many sounds can be recognized at birth, there is still substantial development in the ability to recognize sounds for many years following birth.
B) The ability to recognize sounds is almost fully developed at birth; there is only minimal development following birth.
C) Although the ability to recognize sounds is poorly developed at birth, the development of this ability is virtually complete by the age of 2.
D) The ability to recognize sounds is poorly developed at birth. The development of this ability continues for many years following birth.

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DThe ability to recognize sounds is present to some extent at birth, but it continues to develop significantly over the following years. Both A and D acknowledge the initial capacity at birth and the substantial development that occurs afterward, although they emphasize different aspects of the initial state and the extent of development.

With Respect to the Development of the Ability to Recognize