Regarding research on the Whorfian hypothesis, which of the following statements is TRUE?
A)Research evidence does not support the original version of the Whorfian hypothesis, but it does support a weaker version of the hypothesis.
B)Research evidence does not support the original version of the Whorfian hypothesis, nor any subsequent versions.
C)Research evidence supports the Whorfian hypothesis.
D)Research has not yet been conducted on the Whorfian hypothesis.
E)Research supports the belief that language determines how we think and perceive the world.

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Research evidence does not support the strong version of the Whorfian hypothesis, which suggests that language determines thought. However, a weaker version, suggesting that language can influence thought and perception, has found some support in empirical studies.

Regarding Research on the Whorfian Hypothesis, Which of the Following