alleryAccording to SFL, language evolved under pressure of what?
APrinting technology
BFormal schooling needs
CGrammar book rules
DThe functions it serves
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. The functions it serves
1. Functional in SFL means language evolved to serve needs.
2. Functions left their mark on structure at all levels.
3. Printing and schooling are later developments.
_Source: Wikipedia, Systemic functional linguistics, Lead section_
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