Questão 211689

Sociolinguistics explores how various social factors, such as class, age, gender, and ethnicity, influence the way language is used. These linguistic variations, including dialects and accents, often serve as signals of identity and belonging. A relevant example is Cockney Rhyming Slang, which was originally used to hide meanings from the police. Which of the following best defines the role of Register in sociolinguistics?