The Smallest Linguistic Unit of Speech That Signals a Difference

question 22

Multiple Choice

The smallest linguistic unit of speech that signals a difference in meaning is a:

• A) morpheme.
• B) phoneme.
• C) word.
• D) linguistic sound.

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Definitions:

Autonomic Arousal

The involuntary activation of the autonomic nervous system, leading to physical responses such as increased heart rate, sweating, or dilated pupils, commonly associated with emotions and stress.

Cognitive Interpretation

The mental process of assigning meaning to experiences, perceptions, and information, influencing one's reaction and understanding.

Cannon-Bard Theory

A theory of emotion that proposes emotions and physiological responses occur simultaneously and independently in response to a stimulus.

Autonomic Activation

The activation or response of the autonomic nervous system, including physiological changes such as heart rate and respiration rate, typically in reaction to stress or emotional arousal.