Which of the following statements is true of slang?
A)It can make a speech sound very unprofessional.
B)It can be understood only by people who are of the same age.
C)It shares similar meaning across co-cultures or social groups.
D)It can be used in oral but not in written speeches.

Question

Which of the following statements is true of slang? 
A)It can make a speech sound very unprofessional.
B)It can be understood only by people who are of the same age.
C)It shares similar meaning across co-cultures or social groups.
D)It can be used in oral but not in written speeches.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Slang is informal language and thus not suitable for professional settings such as a speech or presentation. It is best reserved for casual conversations.

Answer: C
 Slang terms are common across specific co-cultures or social groups. For example, skateboarders may use specific terms that are not understood by non-skaters.

Thus, A and C are the correct choices. 
B is incorrect because slang can be understood by people of different ages as long as they belong to the relevant cultural or social group. 
D is incorrect because slang can be used in both written and oral forms of communication.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Slang