allerySymbols in mathematical notation play a role similar to what in language?
AWords
BHandwriting
CPages
DAccents
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Words
1. Symbols play a role like words in natural languages.
2. Different symbols act like verbs, adjectives or nouns in a sentence.
3. Handwriting, pages and accents are not units of meaning.
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