The Mental Lexicon Is Thought to Be Organized as a Semantic

question 46

Multiple Choice

The mental lexicon is thought to be organized as a semantic network in which word meanings are connected to each other, as in the diagram here. Based on what you know about how strength of association between word meanings is represented in semantic networks, determine which of the following statements regarding the network is true.

• A) Jackal is a less frequently accessed animal word than cat.
• B) The association between dog and jackal is weaker than the association between cat and jackal.
• C) Jackal is a less frequently accessed animal word than dog.
• D) The association between dog and cat is stronger than the association between animal and cat.

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Definitions:

Mechanic's Lien

A security interest in the title to property for the benefit of those who have supplied labor or materials that improve the property.

Sale Proceeds

The total amount received from the sale of an asset or property.

Federal Law

Legislation enacted by the national government of a country.

Judgment Debts

Money that a court has ordered one party to pay another party as a result of a legal judgment.