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Although Alex the parrot is quite adept at naming objects, critics are uncertain whether the labels he uses truly represent that object in his mind. That is, they question whether his use of the labels is truly:
 
  a) accurate.
   b) reflective.
   c) referential.
   d) productive.

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You are taking a test about language. Your ability to think about language in order to complete the test is an example of which design feature?
 
  a) productivity
   b) arbitrariness
   c) reflectiveness
   d) semanticity


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matt95

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Reply #1 on: Jun 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: c

Answer to Question 2

Answer: c


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Reply 2 on: Jun 20, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Wow, this really help

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