A Theory of Language Capable of Specifying Acceptable and Unacceptable

question 14

Multiple Choice

A theory of language capable of specifying acceptable and unacceptable sequences in a language is said to have:

• A) explanatory adequacy
• B) descriptive adequacy
• C) observational adequacy
• D) linguistic productivity

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Definitions:

Adoptive Parents

are individuals who become the legal parents of a child through the process of adoption.

Outgoingness

A personality trait characterizing individuals who are friendly, sociable, and willing to engage in social interactions.

Political Attitudes

Individual's views and preferences about public policies, political parties, and candidates, as well as the institutions and processes of government.

Adoptive Parents

Individuals who have become parents through the legal process of adopting a child.