Pinker’s theories propose that language acquisition is?
Learned through imitation
A genetic mutation
Influenced by social interaction
Innate
Answer
Innate. Pinker's theories suggest that language acquisition is an innate ability, hardwired into the human brain. This means that all humans are born with a natural capacity to learn and use language, regardless of their environment or experiences. Pinker argues that this innate language faculty is responsible for the universal features of all human languages, such as grammar and syntax.
Mastering the Mind: The Steven Pinker Challenge
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