When Linguists and Psychologists Say That Language Is "Generative," They

question 32

Multiple Choice

When linguists and psychologists say that language is "generative," they mean that it is:

• A)learned
• B)innate
• C)complex
• D)creative

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Definitions:

Excitatory Signals

Nerve impulses that increase the likelihood of a neuron firing, promoting the transmission of signals through the nervous system.

Refractory Period

In physiological context, a period immediately following stimulation during which a nerve or muscle is unresponsive to further stimulation.

Neuron

A cell of the nervous system that is specialized to transmit information throughout the body.

Resting Pause

A brief period of rest or inactivity, especially used in the context of physical exercise or mental relaxation.