Studies of the Comprehension of Indirect Speech Acts Have Led

question 20

Multiple Choice

Studies of the comprehension of indirect speech acts have led to the conclusion that:

• A) indirect speech acts are easier to comprehend than direct speech acts
• B) indirect speech acts are harder to comprehend than direct speech acts
• C) indirect speech acts are no easier or harder to comprehend than direct speech acts when presented in an appropriate context
• D) indirect speech acts do not always initiate a response

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Definitions:

Indifference Curves

Graphical representations in economics, showing combinations of goods between which a consumer is indifferent, implying the same level of satisfaction or utility.

Consumption Choice

This refers to the selection of a combination of goods and services that individuals or households decide to consume based on their preferences, income, and prices.

Budget Constraint

A limit on the consumption possibilities of an individual or entity based on available resources.

Optimal Consumption

Describes the combination of goods and services that maximizes an individual's utility or satisfaction subject to their budget constraint.