What Do We Call the Hypothesis That Language Influences What

question 36

Multiple Choice

What do we call the hypothesis that language influences what we think?

• A) the dynamic hypothesis
• B) the language reaction hypothesis
• C) the linguistic relativity hypothesis
• D) the cognitive linguistic hypothesis

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Definitions:

Social Perceivers'

Individuals involved in the process of interpreting others' behaviors, motives, and intentions within social contexts.

General Impression

An overall or summary opinion formed about something or someone, often without detailed analysis or based on limited information.

Innate System

The innate system typically refers to inborn biological structures or mechanisms that come naturally, without being learned or acquired.

Survival Value

The degree to which a behavior or trait increases the chances of an individual or species to survive and reproduce.