The Sounds of a Language Convey Meaning; Words Serve as Symbols

question 146

Multiple Choice

The sounds of a language convey meaning; words serve as symbols for actions, objects, and relational concepts. The property of language that carries meaning is

• A)displacement.
• B)infinite creativity.
• C)syntax.
• D)semanticity.

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Definitions:

Days' Sales Uncollected

A financial metric that measures the average number of days it takes a company to collect payment after a sale has been made.

Days' Sales In Inventory

A financial metric that estimates how many days it will take to sell the entire inventory, indicating the liquidity of inventory.

Profit Margin

A financial metric that measures the extent to which a company or business activity makes money, expressed as a percentage of revenue.

Profit Margin Ratio

A financial metric that measures the percentage of revenue that exceeds the cost of goods sold, indicating the efficiency with which a company produces goods.