What Is the Key Concept Underlying the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis

question 21

Multiple Choice

What is the key concept underlying the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis?

• A) Language allows for the easy translation of words from one culture to another.
• B) Languages affect how their speakers think and behave.
• C) Some cultures have evolved to have more sophisticated language than others.
• D) New words and concepts are rarely developed and have remained stable over time.

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Definitions:

Home Bias

The tendency for investors to prefer investing in domestic over foreign markets, often leading to a lack of diversification in their portfolios.

Overweight Investments

An investment strategy where an investor or portfolio holds a larger percentage of a particular security or sector than the benchmark.

Preferential Treatment

Special privileges or advantages granted to certain investors or stakeholders, often resulting in more favorable financial conditions.

Equity Market Share

A measure of a company's size relative to the industry or market sector in terms of its share of total equity investments.