To say that words are symbols accurately reflects which of the following ideas?
A) People give communication its meaning.
B) Words are representations of ideas.
C) Words can have different meanings for different people.
D) All of these answers are correct.

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All of these answers are correct. The idea that words are symbols means that they are not inherently meaningful, but rather carry meaning based on the agreed upon associations and definitions created by people. This reinforces the idea that people give communication its meaning, as well as the idea that words are representations of ideas. It also acknowledges that words can have different meanings for different people or within different contexts.

To Say That Words Are Symbols Accurately Reflects Which of the Following