Which Term Refers to Changing One's Speech to Fit a Particular

question 168

Multiple Choice

Which term refers to changing one's speech to fit a particular social situation?

• A) syntax
• B) grammar
• C) pragmatics
• D) egocentrism

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Definitions:

Interpretation

The act or process of explaining the meaning of something, such as a text, data, or event, especially within a specific context.

Sociological Researcher

A professional who undertakes systematic study of society and social behavior by examining the groups, cultures, organizations, social institutions, and processes that people develop.

Independent Variable

In research, a variable that is manipulated or changed to observe its effect on a dependent variable.

Dependent Variable

Is the presumed effect in a cause-and-effect relationship.