What does the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis assert regarding language?

A. The language one speaks affects how one thinks.
B. Status, language, and power are clearly linked.
C. Language allows us to share our thoughts with others.
D. Each language has its own grammatical rules.


Answer: A

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