Speech Acts in Which the Utterance Itself Is the Action-Such

question 38

Multiple Choice

Speech acts in which the utterance itself is the action-such as "You're fired!"-are considered to be which type of speech act?

• A)assertive
• B)declaration
• C)commissive
• D)expressive

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Definitions:

Perfunctory

Carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection.

Short-lived

Referring to something that lasts for a brief period of time.

RMBCA

The Revised Model Business Corporation Act, which serves as a guide for states in drafting their corporation statutes.

Organizational Meeting

An organizational meeting is the initial meeting held by the incorporators or initial directors of a corporation to complete the formation of the business and to adopt bylaws.