The Perception of Speech Is Made Easier by All of the Following

question 26

Multiple Choice

The perception of speech is made easier by all of the following EXCEPT:

• A) there is impressively little variation from one speaker to the next, at least within a single geographic region
• B) the content of the speech we hear is often predictable on the basis of knowledge external to language
• C) the content of the speech we hear is often predictable because of the rules guiding which sounds go together
• D) most of the speech we hear employs a relatively small number of words, used over and over again

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Definitions:

Process Change

Refers to the implementation of new or modified business processes with the aim of improving efficiency, productivity, or quality within an organization.

Stable and Predictable

Referring to conditions or environments that are consistent and reliable, with outcomes that can be anticipated.

Random Sampling

A method in statistics where a subset of individuals is chosen from a larger set or population in a way that each individual has an equal chance of being selected.

Sampling Technique

A method used in statistical analysis to select a subset of individuals or items from a larger population to estimate characteristics of the whole population.