Generally, Men Are Capable of Speaking More Frequently and for Longer

question 49

Multiple Choice

Generally, men are capable of speaking more frequently and for longer periods.This trait is referred to as ________.

• A) conversational analysis
• B) conversational maintenance work
• C) discourse analysis
• D) conversational dominance

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Definitions:

Mind

The element of a person that enables them to be aware of the world and their experiences, to think, and to feel; the faculty of consciousness and thought.

Functionalism

A perspective in psychology and philosophy that considers mental life and behavior in terms of active adaptation to environmental challenges.

William James

A pioneering American psychologist and philosopher recognized for his contributions to pragmatism and functional psychology.

Mind's Operations

The processes or activities by which the mind engages in thought, including reasoning, memory, and problem-solving.