Which of the following statements is consistent with Benjamin Whorf's proposal about language?
A) Language does not influence our cognition and perception.
B) Grammatical aspects affect the way we think about the world.
C) Vocabulary and grammar do not affect the way we perceive things.
D) Language does not influence our perception of the world.

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Benjamin Whorf's proposal, known as the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, suggests that the structure and grammar of language can have an effect on the way we think about and perceive the world around us. Choice A, C, and D are all inconsistent with this proposal.

Which of the Following Statements Is Consistent with Benjamin Whorf's