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Is semantics considered a science?
Is semantics considered a science?
- No, because it is a part of language and not a separate discipline
- No, because it lacks empirical evidence and testability
- Yes, because it falls under the realm of linguistics (correct)
- Yes, because it involves the study of complex expressions
What does semantics study?
What does semantics study?
- The structure of language
- The behavior of individuals
- The meaning of words (correct)
- The history of language
Which school of thought neglected to approach the study of semantics from a scientific perspective?
Which school of thought neglected to approach the study of semantics from a scientific perspective?
- Behaviorism (correct)
- Rationalism
- Empiricism
- Positivism
How many branches of science are there?
How many branches of science are there?
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What should semantics adhere to in order for theories to emerge and stand up over time?
What should semantics adhere to in order for theories to emerge and stand up over time?
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Which branch of science does semantics fall under?
Which branch of science does semantics fall under?
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What does semantics study?
What does semantics study?
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What approach did Bloomfield, a positivist from the behaviorism school of thought, take towards the study of semantics?
What approach did Bloomfield, a positivist from the behaviorism school of thought, take towards the study of semantics?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of science?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of science?
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How many branches of science are there?
How many branches of science are there?
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