Language,according to the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis:
A) causes all people to perceive the world in the same way.
B) causes all humans to construct reality in similar ways.
C) establishes in our minds categories that affect our perception.
D) determines how well-formed our brain will be.
E) is the sole force of cultural innovation.

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The Sapir-Whorf hypothesis suggests that language establishes categories or concepts in our mind, which in turn can shape and affect our perception and understanding of the world. It does not propose that all people perceive the world in the same way or that language is the sole force of cultural innovation. It also does not suggest that language determines the physical structure of our brain.

Language,according to the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis