Allowing an infinite number of unique sentences to be created from combining our symbols in novel ways refers to
A)semanticity.
B)generativity.
C)displacement.
D)syntax.

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Generativity refers to the ability of language to create an infinite number of unique sentences by combining symbols in novel ways. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. Option A (semanticity) refers to the ability of language to convey meaning, option C (displacement) refers to the ability of language to communicate about things that are not present in time or space, and option D (syntax) refers to the rules governing the ordering and grouping of words in language.

Allowing an Infinite Number of Unique Sentences to Be Created