When 14-year-old Tatiana's friends call her name, she responds with, "What?!" When her teacher calls her name, she responds by saying, "Yes, ma'am?" Tatiana's responses indicate her understanding of
A) grammar.
B) syntax.
C) semantics.
D) pragmatics.

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Tatiana's responses reflect her use of language in different social contexts, indicating an understanding of pragmatics. Specifically, she modifies her response based on the social role of the person addressing her, indicating awareness of social norms and expectations.

When 14-Year-Old Tatiana's Friends Call Her Name, She Responds With