Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of "parentese?"

A) a style of speaking to infants that is present throughout the world in all languages
B) stimulation of infant language areas with repetitive basic sounds such as "goo-goo"
C) speech that prolongs vowels and emphasizes differences between words
D) a pattern of speech that infants listen to more intently

Parentese

The modified way of speaking, often with higher pitch and exaggerated intonation, that adults use when talking to infants and young children, facilitating language learning.

Repetitive Sounds

Sounds or noises that are repeated in a constant or predictable manner.

Stimulate Language Areas

Methods or actions taken to activate regions of the brain involved in language comprehension and production, enhancing linguistic abilities.