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question 2

Multiple Choice

Refer to the figure.
Based on eye movements, which statement about subjects' perceptions of the two sentences is true?

• A) Both sentences reveal some initial misinterpretation by listeners.
• B) The first sentence reveals some initial misinterpretation, whereas the second sentence is smoothly and correctly parsed.
• C) The second sentence reveals some initial misinterpretation, whereas the first sentence is smoothly and correctly parsed.
• D) Listeners are able to use context to avoid misinterpretation in both sentences.

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