Which rule of language do we rely on to distinguish a speaker's intention when we encounter unclear statements?
A)ambiguous
B)equivocal
C)pragmatic
D)syntactic

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The pragmatic rule of language focuses on the meaning of a statement in context, including the speaker's intention, rather than just the literal meaning of the words. Therefore, when a statement is unclear or ambiguous, we rely on our understanding of the situation and the speaker's intended meaning to interpret what they are saying.

Which Rule of Language Do We Rely on to Distinguish