QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GUARANTEED TO
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◉ Which of these does NOT describe a communication channel?
Answer: dyadic
◉ Which of these describes communication involving only one
person, such as talking out loud to oneself or having a mental
"conversation" in one's head? Answer: intrapersonal communication
◉ Which model of communication BEST characterizes texting and
email? Answer: linear
◉ Which model of communication includes the active role receivers
play in constructing meaning during a communication event?
Answer: transactional
◉ If we perceive a relationship with another person as I-Thou,
according to Buber, we are: Answer: treating the other person as a
unique individual
, ◉ Which of these terms is NOT a characteristic of interpersonal
communication? Answer: segmented
◉ To impress a blind date, Wen brings flowers and gives many
compliments in order to seem likable and thoughtful. Which
interpersonal goal is Wen trying to achieve? Answer: self-
presentation goals
◉ Terri says to Jorge, "I'm glad we can be so open with each other."
This is an example of which of these? Answer: meta-communication
◉ During a job interview, Dori was careful to maintain eye contact
with her interviewer despite feeling nervous and uncomfortable.
Dori's behavior is an example of which of these competent
communication skills? Answer: appropriateness
◉ How does an awareness of ethics help someone become a more
competent communicator? Answer: by guiding the person to remain
honest in their communication
◉ Kyle comes to an important meeting at work wearing a t-shirt and
shorts. Everyone else at the meeting is dressed more formally. What
aspect of communication competence is Kyle missing? Answer:
appropriateness