Which of the Following Tradeoffs Between Characteristics of Useful Information

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which of the following tradeoffs between characteristics of useful information is least objectionable?

• A)incomplete information received on a timely basis
• B)irrelevant information received in an understandable format
• C)unreliable information easily accessible
• D)verifiable information received in unreadable format

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Definitions:

Linguistic Determinism

The theory that the structure of a language determines or greatly influences the modes of thought and behavioral characteristic of the culture in which it is spoken.

Eskimos' Vocabulary

A reference to the popular but debunked claim that Eskimo languages have an unusually large number of words for snow, illustrating linguistic relativity.

Linguistic Relativism

Theory suggesting that the language one speaks influences one's perception of reality and cognitive processes.

Bilingual

Characterizing someone who can fluently speak two languages.