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It has been suggested that Alaskan Eskimos' rich vocabulary for describing snow enables them to perceive differences in snow conditions that would otherwise go unnoticed. This suggestion most clearly illustrates

A) inborn universal grammar.
B) process simulations.
C) linguistic determinism.
D) telegraphic speech.

Linguistic Determinism

The hypothesis that the structure of a language affects its speakers' world view or cognition, and thus people's perceptions are relative to their spoken language.

Alaskan Eskimos

Indigenous peoples of Alaska known for their traditional ways of life, including subsistence hunting and fishing, with unique cultural and linguistic characteristics.

  • Become aware of the ways in which language can shape our thought patterns and perception.
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Aaliyah WindleDec 26, 2024
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