Research has shown that pragmatics is guided by the__________________, which states that pragmatic rules apply to conversation, so entering into a conversation is essentially agreeing to cooperate.
A) tit-for-tat principle
B) principle of mutual benefit
C) cooperative principle
D) principle of flouting

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The cooperative principle is the guiding principle for pragmatics, as it states that conversation participants agree to cooperate and follow certain pragmatic rules for successful interaction. The other options (tit-for-tat principle, principle of mutual benefit, principle of flouting) are not directly related to the concept of pragmatics or the cooperative principle.

Research Has Shown That Pragmatics Is Guided by The__________________, Which