Asked by Gabby Cortes on May 06, 2024
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A person's name generally has no logical connection with the actual person,just as the word "cow" does not look like a cow or sound like a cow.According to American linguist Charles Hockett,these examples illustrate how the connection between a word and what it represents is __________.
A) context bound
B) concrete
C) arbitrary
D) denotative
Arbitrary
Refers to decisions or actions not based on system or rules but rather on personal discretion or random choice.
Context Bound
Referring to communication or behavior that is heavily influenced by its surrounding circumstances, environment, or cultural setting.
Concrete
Pertaining to material objects, physical construction, or specific, tangible ideas as opposed to abstract concepts.
- Acquire knowledge of and identify assorted language impediments and their effect on the transmission of information.
- Describe the role of symbols in communication and their consequences for societal structures.
Verified Answer
JL
Jacob LehmkuhlMay 08, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The word "arbitrary" means "based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system." In this context, it means that there is no inherent connection between a word and what it represents; the connection is arbitrary or random. This is the best choice because it accurately reflects the point made in the passage about the connection between a person's name and the actual person, as well as the comparison to the word "cow." The other answer choices are not as accurate or relevant.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge of and identify assorted language impediments and their effect on the transmission of information.
- Describe the role of symbols in communication and their consequences for societal structures.