A Dictionary Is Arranged in Alphabetical Order

question 6

Multiple Choice

A dictionary is arranged in alphabetical order. It seems as though our mental lexicon is organized primarily according to _____.

• A) When we learned each word
• B) Alphabetical order
• C) Frequency
• D) Difficulty

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Definitions:

Ballast Water

Water carried in ships’ ballast tanks to improve stability and balance, which can introduce invasive species to new environments when discharged.

Invasive Species

Invasive species are foreign organisms that quickly proliferate in unfamiliar ecosystems, frequently damaging indigenous species, human well-being, and economic structures.

Canada's Cod Fishery

Refers to the commercial fishing activity in Canada that targets cod fish, notable for its historical importance and the significant depletion of cod stocks over time.

Canadian Government

The Canadian Government refers to the federal administration of Canada, consisting of three branches: executive, legislative, and judicial, under a parliamentary system.