The Rules of ________ Describe the Way Meaningful Units Can

question 90

Multiple Choice

The rules of ________ describe the way meaningful units can be combined in words.

• A) morphology
• B) phonology
• C) syntax
• D) pragmatics

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Definitions:

Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

A personality disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and mental and interpersonal control, at the expense of flexibility, openness, and efficiency.

Perfectionistic

A personality trait characterized by striving for flawlessness and setting excessively high performance standards.

Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

A personality disorder characterized by a preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control, at the expense of flexibility and efficiency.

Obsessions

Uncontrollable, persistent thoughts, images, ideas, or impulses that an individual feels intrude on his or her consciousness and that cause significant anxiety or distress.