What Do Linguists Mean When They Refer to Grammar

question 16

Multiple Choice

What do linguists mean when they refer to grammar?

• A) unconscious principles that predict how most people talk
• B) prescriptive rules that people are supposed to follow when speaking
• C) geographical variation within a single language
• D) traits in a person's speech that serve as clues to their education and status

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