To an American, the Phrase "How Are You Today?" Sounds

question 22

Multiple Choice

To an American, the phrase "How are you today?" sounds correct, whereas the phrase "Today you are how?" sounds incorrect. The second phrase violates which rule of language?

• A)phonological
• B)syntactic
• C)semantic
• D)pragmatic

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Definitions:

Agent's Performance

The effectiveness with which an individual acting on behalf of another carries out their duties.

Rejection Vote

is a mechanism or act in decision-making processes where participants vote against a proposal or candidate as a means of expressing disapproval.

Rank And File

This term refers to the ordinary members of an organization as opposed to its leadership or officers.

Constituency's Demands

The expectations or requirements that a group of supporters, voters, or clients has from their representative or service provider.