Fundamentals of Communication

Question 14 • Nursing Assistant - EL3610

What is the difference between a dialect and jargon?

Answer

A dialect is a form of nonverbal communication used by a group; jargon is a form of verbal communication used by a group.

A dialect is a form of verbal communication used by a group; jargon is a form of nonverbal communication used by a group.

A dialect is a regional variation of a language; jargon is a language spoken by people in the same profession, trade, or group.

A dialect is a language spoken by people in the same profession, trade, or group; jargon is a regional variation of a language.

Explanation

A dialect is a variation of a language associated with a particular region or community. Jargon is specialized vocabulary used by people in a particular profession, trade, or group. Choice C correctly distinguishes regional language variation from group-specific terms.

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