As the textbook notes, language is powerful. Explain the ways in which language has the
power to influence our perceptions of others, reflect attitudes, and affect others' perceptions of
us.
What will be an ideal response?
Power to influence perceptions of others is described by the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis
and could involve racist and sexist language. Language reflects attitudes through relational
messages. Language affects others' perceptions of us because we convey information about
ourselves through the choices we make.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false