Co-Languages

question 25

Multiple Choice

Co-languages:

• A)are language systems that exist and interact with the dominant language but are nonetheless distinct from it.
• B)are occupation-specific languages used by people in a given profession.
• C)refer to the use of existing words to take the place of standard words.
• D)refer to the use of newly invented words to take the place of traditional words with the intent of adding an unconventional effect.
• E)involve the study of the principles and rules for constructing sentences in natural languages.

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Definitions:

Analogy

A comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

Generalization

A broad statement or an idea that applies to a group of items or people, based on common qualities.

Inductive Reasoning

A logical process in which multiple premises, all believed true or found true most of the time, are combined to obtain a specific conclusion.

Market Share

The portion of a market controlled by a particular company or product, often expressed as a percentage of total sales in that market.