In Order to Apply Conversational Analysis to the Study of Instant

question 76

Multiple Choice

In order to apply conversational analysis to the study of instant messaging,a sociologist would

• A)look at instant messaging as a form of cultural change.
• B)look at the patterns in how instant messaging conversations unfold.
• C)look for ways in which technological change has impacted our attention spans.
• D)would use it as an opportunity to write an editorial on how youth today are distracted.

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Definitions:

Bank

A financial institution licensed to receive deposits and make loans, and may offer various other financial services.

Negotiable

Capable of being discussed and terms arranged; a check is a negotiable instrument drawn against deposited funds to pay a specified amount to a person or business upon demand.

Form Of Phrase

The particular way in which a phrase is constructed or expressed.

Pay To The Order Of

A phrase written on checks to designate who has the authority to receive the amount specified on the check.