Studies of metaphor comprehension converge on the conclusion that comprehension of metaphorical sentences is _____ comprehension of literal sentences.
A) harder than
B) fundamentally similar to
C) easier than
D) dependent on an initial literal interpretation of

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Studies suggest that comprehension of metaphorical sentences involves similar cognitive processes as comprehension of literal sentences, but with an additional layer of figurative meaning that must be interpreted. This means that while comprehension of metaphors may require more cognitive effort, it is fundamentally similar to understanding literal language.

Studies of Metaphor Comprehension Converge on the Conclusion That Comprehension