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Chapter 3.4 Beyond the Interface Levels: S-Structure

the Minimalist Program

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Core Terminology

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Full Interpretation

The condition of _____ (FI) states that a representation must consist entirely of legitimate objects at the interface.

Procrastinate

It is an economy principle stating that LF movement is 'cheaper' than and preferred over overt movement.

articulatory-perceptual interface

It is the performance system that interprets the PF representation.

broadly L-related position

It is a position adjoined to a head that possesses L-features.

the root of the lexical element

In checking theory, what is 'R' in the morphological complex [R−Infl1​−...−Infln​]?

the status of the 'well-formed sentence'

The program has no formal notion of 'well-formedness', only of derivations that converge or crash at the interfaces.

Chapter Quiz

According to the source, which capability is uniquely required for a computer to pass the 'Total Turing Test' compared to the standard Turing Test?

What is a primary obstacle to the 'laws of thought' (logicist) approach to artificial intelligence?

Which field is described as combining probability theory with utility theory to provide a framework for decisions made under uncertainty?

The 'General Problem Solver' (GPS) was the first program designed to embody which specific approach to AI?

Why was the DENDRAL program significant in the history of AI development?

Answers: D, C, A, D, A

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