A: Dialects can exist anywhere, while subdialects only exist in the United States
B: Dialects vary their vocabulary, spelling, and pronunciation, while subdialects do not
C: A dialect can contain numerous subdialects, while subdialects are generally not further divided
D: Speakers of different dialects can generally understand each other, while speakers of different subdialects cannot.
E: speakers of different languages can generally understand dialects, while they are unable to understand subdialects
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C: A dialect can contain numerous subdialects, while subdialects are generally not further divided.
This option accurately describes the relationship between dialects and subdialects. A dialect is a broader category that encompasses various regional or social variations (subdialects) within it.
