Umberto Eco's Definition of Language, "Everything Which Can Be Used

question 13

Multiple Choice

Umberto Eco's definition of language, "everything which can be used in order to lie," mirrors which distinguishing characteristic of verbal codes?

• A) Verbal codes are analogic.
• B) Verbal codes are immediate.
• C) Verbal codes give users the ability to think in new ways.
• D) Verbal codes encourage users to create new realities.

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Definitions:

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