A student doesn't hear a lecture in class because he/she is hungry and distracted. This is an example of what type of noise?

Which of the following is the most accurate statement about dialects?

a. Dialects are based on regional or ethnic patterns. b. Dialects are defined as a change in pitch. c. One dialect is better than another. d. Dialects are entertaining.

When Reggie told his instructor, "I need you to give me a makeup test," he was violating the maxim of _______

a. generosity b. tact c. approbation d. agreement