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Language is defined as a system of symbols imbued with meaning that permits for communication of innumerable ideas. Which theory regarding the connection between language and culture posits that language structure (concepts and categories) influences or determines cognition?
  1. Linguistic relativity principle
  2. Language of thought hypothesis
  3. Cultural evolution theory
  4. Innovative language use
Explanation
Answer: A - The linguistic relativity principle, also known as the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, suggests that cultural concepts and categories in different languages affect cognition in such a way that speakers of a specific language think and behave differently than speakers of another language.
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