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Question 8 • Psychology - EL2084

Which of the following statements concerning bilingualism is not correct?

Answer
A
Research indicates that bilingualism has serious negative effects on language development.
B
Research indicates that bilingualism enhances cognitive processing.
C
Laws that reduce the availability of bilingual education programs have led to increased controversy over bilingualism.
D
Bilingualism is more common in Europe than in the United States.

Explanation

Research does not show that bilingualism has serious negative effects on language development. Bilingualism is generally associated with benefits such as enhanced cognitive processing, while debates over bilingual education have contributed to controversy. It is also more common in Europe than in the United States. Therefore, the incorrect statement is that bilingualism has serious negative effects on language development.

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