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What distinguishes natural languages from constructed languages?
What distinguishes natural languages from constructed languages?
- Natural languages have simple grammar rules.
- Natural languages are created for specific purposes.
- Natural languages evolve organically over time. (correct)
- Natural languages are typically artificial.
Which of the following best describes the grammar of natural languages?
Which of the following best describes the grammar of natural languages?
- It is typically easy to learn and understand.
- It is mainly based on mathematical principles.
- It is complex and discovered through empirical investigation. (correct)
- It consists of rigid and unchanging rules.
Which of these languages is considered a natural language?
Which of these languages is considered a natural language?
- Esperanto
- Lojban
- English (correct)
- Latin
What characteristic is common to all natural languages mentioned?
What characteristic is common to all natural languages mentioned?
Why is the study of natural languages often considered complex?
Why is the study of natural languages often considered complex?
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Natural Language
Natural Language
Languages spoken by people, like English or Spanish.
Language Evolution
Language Evolution
Natural languages develop organically over time.
Language Grammar
Language Grammar
The set of rules governing a natural language, complex and learned.
English
English
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Empirical Investigation
Empirical Investigation
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