Why is the syntax of a language important to our understanding of the meaning of speech?

What will be an ideal response?


The answer should describe what syntax is and discuss the importance of syntactical
rules in forming phrases and sentences and of syntactical cues in understanding the meaning of
phrases and sentences. A strong answer will identify some of the cues and provide examples of
them.

Psychology

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Which condition is often treated with lithium salts and anticonvulsant drugs?

a. Panic disorder b. Obsessive-compulsive disorder c. Bipolar disorder d. Parkinson's disease

Psychology

Just after the earthquake people were (a) very anxious and (b) very uncertain about the true nature of the situation. According to Rosnow this situation is ripe for

a.  mob formation.   b.  the spread of rumors.   c.  a collective movement.   d.  crowding.

Psychology

______ is a better measure of variability than the range.

A. Standard deviation B. Variability C. Skewed D. Range

Psychology

Freud felt that __________ provided relief to the client by releasing pent up tension caused by repressed conflict and guilt

a. aggression c. catharsis b. active listening d. resistance

Psychology