For Fluent Speakers of a Language, Rules of the Language

question 41

Multiple Choice

For fluent speakers of a language, rules of the language such as how to create new words are often:

• A) deliberately followed by speakers of a language
• B) developed through imitation
• C) unconscious but are reliably followed by speakers of the language
• D) generally ignored

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Definitions:

Administrative Law Judge

An official who presides over government agency hearings, making decisions on disputes, regulations, or rights.

Administrative Action

Proceedings and activities carried out by government agencies to enforce laws, regulations, and policies.

Final Order

The final decision of an administrative agency on an issue. If no appeal is taken, or if the case is not reviewed or considered anew by the agency commission, the administrative law judge’s initial order becomes the final order of the agency.

Federal Agencies

Entities established by the United States government to oversee and manage specific tasks and duties outlined by federal laws.