Which statement conveys the most accurate comparison of spoken English and American Sign Language (ASL)?
A) ASL is a way for individuals in the deaf community to communicate with one another but is not as structured and organized as spoken English.
B) ASL uses grammatical rules and structures that are very similar to those found in English.
C) ASL uses grammatical structures that are systematic, but very different from those found in English.
D) ASL is a system of pantomime invented by the deaf community whereas spoken English is a real language.

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ASL does have its own grammatical rules and structures that are systematic, but they are different from those found in spoken English. While ASL may not be as commonly used or recognized as a language, it is a legitimate and distinct language with its own grammar and syntax.

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