Regarding Research on the Whorfian Hypothesis, Which of the Following

question 53

Multiple Choice

Regarding research on the Whorfian hypothesis, which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A)Research evidence does not support the original version of the Whorfian hypothesis, but it does support a weaker version of the hypothesis.
• B)Research evidence does not support the original version of the Whorfian hypothesis, nor any subsequent versions.
• C)Research evidence supports the Whorfian hypothesis.
• D)Research has not yet been conducted on the Whorfian hypothesis.
• E)Research supports the belief that language determines how we think and perceive the world.

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Definitions:

Culture

The set of values, ideas, and attitudes that are learned and shared among the members of a group.

Values

Core beliefs or principles that guide an individual's or organization's actions and decision-making processes.

Attitudes

A settled way of thinking or feeling about something, reflecting an individual’s views or opinions.

Asian American

A person of Asian descent living in America; often relating to a broad group of American citizens and residents with origins from East, Southeast, or South Asia.