Communication and the Organization COM 12: Introduction to Management
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What are three variables that influence the language a person uses and the definitions he or she gives to words?

  • Gender, location, and occupation
  • Income, hobbies, and favorite color
  • Religion, political views, and social media usage
  • Age, education, and cultural background (correct)
  • Which type of communication barrier is characterized by relying heavily on non-verbal and subtle situational cues?

  • High-Context Culture barriers (correct)
  • Barriers caused by tone differences
  • Barriers caused by word connotations
  • Barriers caused by semantics
  • What is one common difference between men and women in communication styles as mentioned in the text?

  • Men are more indirect in conversation than women (correct)
  • Women tend to create connections through talk
  • Women use talk to emphasize status
  • Men are less boastful than women
  • What does silence in communication NOT necessarily signify?

    <p>Clarity and assertiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which communication issue relates to undue tension experienced in oral, written communication, or both?

    <p>Communication Apprehension (anxiety)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of culture do people predominantly rely on words to convey meaning?

    <p>Low-Context Culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of how men and women use language differently as highlighted in the text?

    <p>Men are less indirect than women in conversation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does silence NOT communicate according to the text?

    <p>Clarity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do High-Context Cultures rely heavily on for communication?

    <p>Non-verbal cues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a notable difference between Low-Context and High-Context Cultures in terms of communication as mentioned in the text?

    <p>High-Context Cultures rely on words for meaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

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