The Syntax and Grammar of a Language Refer to The

question 40

Multiple Choice

The syntax and grammar of a language refer to the:

• A)synonyms and antonyms contained in a language.
• B)set of rules that govern how words should sound in the given language.
• C)system of rules governing word forms and how words should be strung together to form meaningful utterances.
• D)system of rules governing how language is used and understood in given social contexts.

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Definitions:

Infant Mortality

The death of children under the age of one year, measured by the infant mortality rate, which is the number of such deaths per 1,000 live births.

Demographic Data

Statistical data pertaining to the characteristics of a population, including age, race, gender, income, migration patterns, and population size.

Population Age Structure Diagrams

Illustrations that show the distribution of various age groups in a population which can reveal trends in birth rates, life expectancy, and potential growth.

World Population

Refers to the total number of humans currently living on Earth.