The idea that language learning proceeds through a sensitive period is supported by
A) the finding that language processing is dedicated to specific brain regions.
B) the fact that animals cannot learn language.
C) the case of Genie.
D) the fact that low-income children hear far fewer words per hour than high-income children.

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The case of Genie provides evidence for the sensitive period hypothesis, as she was severely deprived of linguistic interaction during her critical period for language acquisition and consequently never fully acquired language skills. While all of the other options may also contribute to our understanding of language acquisition, they do not specifically support the idea of a sensitive period for language learning.

The Idea That Language Learning Proceeds Through a Sensitive Period