alleryMixed syllables such as "ka da bi ba" show which kind of babbling?
AVariegated babbling
BReduplicated babbling
CManual babbling
DTelegraphic speech
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Variegated babbling
1. Variegated babbles mix different consonant-vowel combinations.
2. They differ from reduplicated babbling in the variation and complexity of the syllables.
3. Manual babbling is done with the hands, not the voice.
4. So mixed syllables show variegated babbling.
**Why not the others:** Reduplicated babbling repeats one syllable, manual babbling uses hands, and telegraphic speech uses real words.
_Source: Wikipedia, "Babbling", section "Timeline of typical vocal development" (revision 1379794682)_
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