Question

How does the location of a sign relate to its meaning?(1 point)
Responses

The location of a sign only changes its meaning when there is movement in the sign; otherwise, a sign's meaning stays consistent no matter where it is signed.
The location of a sign only changes its meaning when there is movement in the sign; otherwise, a sign's meaning stays consistent no matter where it is signed.

The location of a sign does not change its meaning unless the passive hand is signing rather than the dominant hand.
The location of a sign does not change its meaning unless the passive hand is signing rather than the dominant hand.

The location of a sign changes its meaning.
The location of a sign changes its meaning.

The location of a sign changes its meaning when the location changes and the hand that is making the marked sign changes.

Answer 1

The location of a sign changes its meaning.

For example, the signs for MOTHER (chin) and FATHER (forehead) use the same handshape and movement but different locations, giving them different meanings.