One of the Fundamental Reasons Why Language and Cognition Are

question 67

Multiple Choice

One of the fundamental reasons why language and cognition are linked is because:

• A) language involves the use of the brain.
• B) we tend to perceive and think about things in linguistic categories.
• C) learning a variety of languages has been shown to make you smarter.
• D) prelinguistic communication does not include cognition.

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Definitions:

Inference Forms

Specific patterns of reasoning that are used to derive conclusions from premises.

Conj

This term may refer to a conjunction in logic, which is a compound statement formed by connecting two statements with the word "and."

Simp

A slang term often used to describe someone who performs excessive sympathy or attention towards another person, often without reciprocation.

Inference Forms

Patterns or templates of reasoning that show the logical connection between premises and conclusion.