Question

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which of the following are true about language?
□ it is usually arbitrary
□ it is symbolic
□ it has layers of meaning.
□ it is governed by rules.
□ it is the same in all cultures.

Explanation:

Language is arbitrary as the connection between a word and its meaning is often not logical. It is symbolic, using symbols (words) to represent ideas. It has layers of meaning including denotative and connotative. It is governed by rules like grammar and syntax. However, language varies across cultures.

Answer:

It is usually arbitrary.
It is symbolic.
It has layers of meaning.
It is governed by rules.