While Playing One Afternoon,a Group of Children Decided to Develop

question 175

Multiple Choice

While playing one afternoon,a group of children decided to develop a special language only they would know.They decided that they would use the word "yof" to mean adults.Whenever a child used the word "yof" the others knew that the child was referring to an adult.This represents which property of language?

• A) symbolic
• B) structure
• C) syntax
• D) generative

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Definitions:

Secondary Control

A coping mechanism that involves adjusting one's own goals and efforts to deal with situations that are beyond one's control.

Attitude

A settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something, typically reflected in a person's behavior.

Suppressing Thoughts

The conscious effort to stop thinking about certain topics or ideas, often as a coping mechanism.

Emotional Responsiveness

The degree to which an individual responds to and expresses emotions.