Which of the following is the most accurate statement about dialects?

a. Dialects are based on regional or ethnic patterns.
b. Dialects are defined as a change in pitch.
c. One dialect is better than another.
d. Dialects are entertaining.


a. Dialects are based on regional or ethnic patterns.

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