A Language Variation Spoken by a Particular Ethnic,social,or Regional Group

question 9

Multiple Choice

A language variation spoken by a particular ethnic,social,or regional group is called a

• A)dialect.
• B)language disorder.
• C)pronunciation problem.
• D)standard speech.

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Definitions:

Homeostasis

the process by which living organisms regulate their internal environment to maintain a stable, constant condition, despite changes in the external environment.

Arousal

The physiological and psychological state of being awake, alert, and engaged, often as a response to stimuli.

Activation Theory

A theory suggesting that performance is best under conditions of optimal arousal, rather than too high or too low.

Theoretical

Related to or based on theory; not practical or applied, but abstract and speculative.