In His Studies on Language Change, Labov (1970) Suggested That

question 31

Multiple Choice

In his studies on language change, Labov (1970) suggested that:

• A) peer influence on dialect is related to age and exposure to new social groups.
• B) change in dialects relates to a number of factors, including prestige, marriage status, social and economic conditions.
• C) dialectical changes are consistent and predictable in children over the age of five.
• D) sociopolitical circumstances are not an influence in dialect change among adolescents.

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