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Select all of the characteristics that distinguish standard English from nonstandard English.

A. spelled and pronounced correctly
B. includes only necessary language shortcuts
C. verb tenses consistent
D. shows agreement in person and number
E. understood by a narrow segment of the population
F. acceptable to the educated community
G. is always formal
H. is more specialized

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A, B, C, D, F and G are characteristics of standard English.
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