Defining Communication

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What is communication, as defined in the systematic process?

A one-way process of conveying information

The literal exchange of information

A static process that involves only verbal communication

An ongoing and dynamic process of interaction with and through symbols to create and interpret meanings (correct)

What is a characteristic of systems in communication?

Closedness to outside factors and processes

Openness to outside factors and processes (correct)

Lack of interrelated parts

A state of absolute balance or equilibrium

What is the primary function of symbols in human communication?

To limit the interaction between communicators

To replace verbal communication

To assign meanings to experience (correct)

To convey literal information

What is the goal of systems in communication?

To seek a state of equilibrium, or homeostasis Signup and view all the answers

What are the two levels of meaning in communication, according to Pinker (2008) and Watzlawick, Beavin & Jackson (1967)?

Content level and relationship level Signup and view all the answers

What can be an example of a larger system in communication?

A culture Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the functions of communication according to Gottman and DeClaire?

To affirm connection with another person Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of linear models of communication?

One-way communication with no feedback Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the five questions in Lasswell's model?

To identify the sender, message, channel, receiver, and effect Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of interactive models of communication?

Two-way communication with slow and indirect feedback Signup and view all the answers

What is the key element of transactional models of communication that is not present in linear models?

Simultaneous communication Signup and view all the answers

What is the emphasis of the outer lines in the transactional model?

The impact of systems and contexts on communication Signup and view all the answers

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