Research has shown that pragmatics is guided by the__________________, which states that pragmatic rules apply to conversation, so entering into a conversation is essentially agreeing to cooperate
A) tit-for-tat principle
B) principle of mutual benefit
C) cooperative principle
D) principle of flouting
Answer: C
Rationale: The cooperative principle explains that people in a conversation will interpret questions and provide answers in a way that fulfills the implied purpose of the conversation.
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