Linguistics defines language as words and letters having no real connection between sounds and ideas. In other words, language is ________.
A. derivational
B. symbolic
C. idiomatic
D. phonetic
Answer: B
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a. submissive behavior. b. defensive behavior. c. predatory behavior. d. prey behavior. e. threat behaviors.
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