An Important Method Comparative Linguists Use to Draw Conclusions About

question 79

Multiple Choice

An important method comparative linguists use to draw conclusions about the relationship between two languages is:

• A)Determining the amount of core vocabulary they share.
• B)Establishing the biological relationship between the speakers of the languages.
• C)Showing that the linguistic style of one group diffused to members of the other.
• D)Examining the degree of intracultural variation in the languages.
• E)Determining if they share complex and unusual words not found in other languages.

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Definitions:

Consumer Equilibrium

A state where the allocation of resources by consumers results in the maximization of their utility, with no incentive to change their consumption pattern.

Utility

In economics, it refers to the satisfaction or benefit derived by consumers from consuming goods and services.

Income

The monetary payment received for work or through investments, including wages, salaries, or dividends.

Consumer Equilibrium

A condition where a consumer has allocated their income in a way that maximizes their utility, given their budget constraints and the prices of goods and services.