Which of the following statements most accurately describes current thinking about social dialects (such as "Black English Vernacular")?
A) Such dialects are as complex linguistically as the "standard" dialect.
B) Social dialects such as "Black English Vernacular" are linguistically inferior to the "standard" dialect.
C) Children who have social dialect differences are culturally and linguistically deprived.
D) Children who have social dialect differences should be referred to special education.

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Social dialects, including "Black English Vernacular," are recognized by linguists as being as complex and rule-governed as the so-called "standard" dialect. This understanding reflects a shift away from viewing these dialects as deficient or inferior, recognizing instead their richness and linguistic validity.

Which of the Following Statements Most Accurately Describes Current Thinking