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Which of the following is true of masculine speech community members? A) They do not think talking is important.
B) Only men are masculine speech community members.
C) They tend to regard language as important for accomplishing instrumental tasks and maintaining control of the conversation.
D) All of the above.
The correct answer is: C) They tend to regard language as important for accomplishing instrumental tasks and maintaining control of the conversation.
Explanation: Members of a masculine speech community often prioritize language use that supports practical goals and assertiveness in conversations. This view does not hold that only men can be part of these communities (thus B is incorrect), nor does it imply that they disregard the importance of talking (making A also incorrect). Therefore, option C is the most accurate statement regarding masculine speech communities.