Question

Alex is a law attorney at Cooper Enterprises. His client, Maggie, is seeking a divorce from her husband of two years. Since she is unemployed, Alex recommends that she should apply for alimony. Maggie is unable to understand the term used by Alex. Alex explains to her that she can request her husband to pay for spousal support after divorce. In this scenario, the term "alimony" exemplifies _____
A) kinesics
B) synergy
C) jargon
D) feedback

Answer 1

Answer: C.) jargon

Explanation: Based on differing fields, profession or line of expertise, some words or terms are usually reserved to connote a special relevance or usage within such field. In many cases, these words are usually popular only within the circle of such profession and usage is usually rampant within professionals or individuals in such field. Such terms which are usually specific to a profession or field and may be difficult for those outside the profession to understand are called JARGON. In the context above, Alimony is usually used within the legal setting to mean a husband's provision package to his spouse after separation.