When your psychology professor used the word "experiment" to refer to the scientific method described in Chapter 2, the term "experiment" best reflected the ____ property of language.
A) generative
B) orderly
C) structured
D) symbolic

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The term "experiment" in this context reflects the symbolic property of language, as it represents a specific concept or idea (in this case, a particular scientific method) rather than directly referring to any physical object or action. The other properties of language (generative, orderly, and structured) do not necessarily apply to this specific use of the term.

When Your Psychology Professor Used the Word "Experiment" to Refer