Existing Language Patterns for a Specific Genre Are Called _____

question 63

Multiple Choice

Existing language patterns for a specific genre are called _____.

• A)jargons
• B)conventions
• C)linguistic norms
• D)slang
• E)styles

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Definitions:

Central Tendency

A statistical measure that identifies the center of a data set, often represented by the mean, median, or mode.

Horn and Halo

A cognitive bias that allows one outstanding trait, either good (halo) or bad (horn), to overshadow other traits in making judgments about someone or something.

Behavioral Observation Scales

Behavioral Observation Scales are assessment tools used to rate the frequency of specific behaviors performed by employees, typically utilized in performance evaluations.

Norm-Referenced Appraisal

A method of assessment where an individual's performance is compared to that of others, rather than against a standard criterion.