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dakota nelson

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By comparing cognates and tracing phonemic changes in related languages, linguists can
 
  A) reconstruct the proto-language from which they descend.
  B) show development of languages from simple to complex.
  C) discover which languages are suited to which purposes.
  D) learn languages more quickly.
  E) find out why languages change.

Question 2

The replacement of human and animal labor by mechanical devices began before the Industrial Revolution.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

TRUE




dakota nelson

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Reply 2 on: Jul 10, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


bblaney

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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