Jacinta was brought up in the Dominican Republic, and English is not her first language. Occasionally she chooses the wrong words to convey her ideas. Which competence is being addressed here?
A) Interpretive competence
B) Goal competence
C) Role competence
D) Message competence

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Message competence involves the ability to use language and to convey ideas effectively. Jacinta's occasional choice of wrong words to convey her ideas directly relates to this competence, as it affects her ability to communicate her intended message accurately.

Jacinta Was Brought Up in the Dominican Republic, and English