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GATE 2023 XH5 (Psychology) – Question 31

Cognition · Thinking and Language: Concepts, propositions, imagery, information processing and ecological approaches · 1 mark · Multiple choice

Which one of the following components of language has to do with the practical or social aspects of communication with others?

  1. Phonemes
  2. Morphemes
  3. Pragmatics
  4. Syntax

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Correct answer: (C) Pragmatics

Explanation

Pragmatics is the use of language in social context, such as turn-taking, politeness and tone.