Although the Hypothesis That Language Determines Thought in Some Sort

question 33

Multiple Choice

Although the hypothesis that language determines thought in some sort of lockstep fashion has no empirical support,most psychologists do believe in a weaker version of Whorf's hypothesis,that ____.

• A) the structure of language determines the structure of thought
• B) thought is relative to the particular language used
• C) language shapes your conception of reality
• D) language can influence thinking

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Definitions:

Affect

A term used to describe the experience of feeling or emotion.

Aversive Racism

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Prejudice

A preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience, often leading to unfair treatment of people.