Paper 1 · Communication
Which of the following statements are true in the context of communication?
- A sign is an object or figure that represents a certain reality for those who interpret it
- A symbol represents an idea that must be perceived from the senses and is linked to a convention accepted by society
- A sign is objective while a symbol is subjective
- Words are symbols for thoughts, used according to the thoughts we associate with them
A2, 3 and 4
B1, 2 and 4
C1, 2 and 3
D1, 2, 3 and 4 ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) 1, 2, 3 and 4 — All four statements are true, so that is the answer.
Explanation
★All four statements are true, so that is the answer.
★A sign is an object or figure that stands for a reality for those who read it.
★A symbol stands for an idea perceived through the senses and fixed by social convention.
★A sign is objective in meaning while a symbol is more subjective.
★Words are symbols for thoughts, used according to the thoughts we attach to them.
★So statements 1, 2, 3 and 4 are all correct.
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