Based on the elements of language that are unique to the human language, _____ refers to the idea that a finite number of sounds are used to produce an infinite number of unique utterances.
A)productivity
B)specialization
C)prevarication
D)duality of patterning

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Productivity, also known as generativity, refers to the capacity of human language to produce an infinite number of unique sentences or utterances using a finite set of elements and rules. This allows for the expression of new ideas and the creation of sentences that have never been spoken before.

Based on the Elements of Language That Are Unique to the Human