We Modify Our Speech to Be Like, as Well as to Be

question 67

Multiple Choice

We modify our speech to be like, as well as to be liked by, another person according to which theory?

• A) speech accommodation theory
• B) causal attribution theory
• C) linguistic relativity
• D) inherent value hypothesis
• E) neuropsychological plasticity

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Definitions:

Empowerment Theory

A theoretical approach that prioritizes enabling individuals or groups to increase control over their lives, gain rights, influence decision-making processes, and improve their situation.

Inequality

A situation or condition where resources, opportunities, and rights are distributed unevenly among members of a society.

Discriminatory Practices

Actions or policies that unjustly differentiate among people based on age, race, gender, or other protected characteristics.

Race

A social construct categorizing people based on physical characteristics, ancestry, or historical affiliation, often associated with variations in societal treatment.