The Perception of Speech Is Made Easier by All of the Following

question 5

Multiple Choice

The perception of speech is made easier by all of the following EXCEPT that

• A)there is impressively little variation from one speaker to the next.
• B)the content of the speech we hear is often predictable on the basis of knowledge external to language.
• C)the content of the speech we hear is often predictable because of the rules guiding which sounds go together.
• D)most of the speech we hear employs a relatively small number of words,used over and over again.

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Definitions:

Emotions

Complex psychological states that involve physiological arousal, expressive behaviors, and conscious experience.

Emotional Stability

is a personality trait referring to the extent to which a person is able to remain calm, composed, and untroubled by stress or pressure.

Emotional Expressiveness

Refers to the degree to which a person outwardly displays emotions or feelings through facial expressions, gestures, or speech.

Emotional Awareness

The ability to recognize and understand one's own emotions and the emotions of others.