A social or regional variation that includes pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and prosody, is known as a(n) _____

A. accent
B. semantic
C. dialect
D. slang


C

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Direct definitions, self-fulfilling prophecies, attachment styles, and identity scripts are all ways that the generalized other influences our self-concept

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The most distinctive category of trademarks is ______.

a. fanciful marks b. arbitrary marks c. suggestive marks d. descriptive marks

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The mainstream U.S. education system is likely to value Convergers whose learning style focuses on objectivity and individuality

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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John runs the Sociology Department at a major university, and 14 faculty members teach in his department. John believes that all faculty members understand their function at the school, so he does not interfere with their day-to-day work. John views the faculty members as professionals who understand how best to do their jobs. When a conflict arises with a student or another faculty member, John will sit in on a meeting only if specifically invited, and he rarely offers his opinion or tells the faculty how to resolve the issue. John exhibits a(n) ________ style of leadership.

A. laissez-faire B. relaxed C. laid-back D. autocratic

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