Asked by Emily Rajkovac on Jun 26, 2024

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Descriptive linguistics primarily provides information on all of the following except:​

A) ​the language's relationship to other languages
B) ​the structure of a language
C) ​various types of instinctive calls in a language
D) ​the unique linguistic repertoire of a language

Descriptive Linguistics

The branch of linguistics that involves describing the structure and function of languages without making judgments about their correctness or superiority.

Instinctive Calls

Natural vocal behaviors exhibited by animals, often used for communication within the same species, guided by inherent and genetic factors.

Linguistic Repertoire

The range of language varieties, styles, and practices that an individual can use, reflecting their social identity and situational contexts.

  • Understand the capabilities and purposes of descriptive linguistics.
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Livia WertzJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Descriptive linguistics focuses on the structure, usage, and variety of languages. It does not typically provide information on instinctive calls in a language, which is more related to the study of animal communication than human language. The other options (A, B, and D) are all areas that descriptive linguistics would provide information on.