Which of the following best illustrates the principles of the 'language game' (that is, 'winning the game')?
A) Having plenty of exact facts and figures for your presentation.
B) Speaking excitedly and with intensity.
C) Using humour to disarm your critics in a magazine article.
D) Informing an applicant that he/she has been unsuccessful, and making it clear that you don't want to hear from them again.
E) Making sure that you have control of the conversation from start to finish.

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Using humor to disarm critics in a magazine article illustrates the principles of the 'language game' by strategically employing language to achieve a specific outcome, in this case, neutralizing criticism.

Which of the Following Best Illustrates the Principles of the 'Language