The language rules that determine how sounds and words can be combined and used to communicate meaning within a language are collectively known as ________.
A) phonemes
B) morphemes
C) grammar
D) linguistic relativity

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Phonemes are the individual sounds that make up a language, morphemes are the smallest units of language that carry meaning, and linguistic relativity refers to the idea that language influences thought. Only grammar specifically refers to the rules for combining sounds and words to create meaningful language.

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