Question

Which type of linguistics focuses on using linguistic theories to solve real-world problems?

• A. Theoretical Linguistics
• B. Applied Linguistics
• C. Descriptive Linguistics
• D. Historical Linguistics

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Applied Linguistics

• The type of linguistics that focuses on using linguistic theories to solve real-world problems is called applied linguistics. 

• Applied linguistics is an interdisciplinary field that takes knowledge from theoretical linguistics and applies it to practical issues like language teaching, literacy development, translation, and communication challenges in various contexts.