The average number of morphemes that communicators use in their sentences is called ________.

A) the mean length of language
B) the standard deviation of language
C) the standard deviation of utterance
D) the mean length of utterance

Mean Length

In the context of language development, it refers to the average length of utterances, often measured in morphemes or words, used as an indicator of linguistic proficiency in children.

Morphemes

The smallest meaningful units in a language, such as words, prefixes, or suffixes, which cannot be divided further without altering or losing their meaning.

Communicators

Individuals or entities that convey information, thoughts, or feelings to others.