Benjamin Whorf's Revised Theory, ______, Asserted That Language Affects Our

question 85

Multiple Choice

Benjamin Whorf's revised theory, ______, asserted that language affects our thinking but does not dictate it.

• A) linguistic determinism
• B) linguistic relativity
• C) two-culture theory
• D) communication accommodation

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Definitions:

Conditioning

A learning process whereby an organism comes to associate two stimuli, leading to a change in behavior.

Observing

The action of carefully watching someone or something, often for the purpose of collecting data or information.

Reciprocal Determinism

A concept in psychology that posits an individual's behavior is both influenced by and is influential upon their environment and personal factors.

Internal Personal Factors

Characteristics or attributes within an individual, such as beliefs, values, and personality traits, that influence behavior and perception.