Interpersonal Communication Chapter 7-8: Personal Relationships and Influences
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Which of the following is not a characteristic of personal relationships according to the text?

  • Uniqueness
  • Context
  • Predetermination (correct)
  • Commitment
  • What is the definition of personal relationships according to the text?

  • Happiness derived from interpersonal communication
  • Communication between two or more people with the potential for mutual influence (correct)
  • The concept of Ubuntu, meaning that we influence each other
  • Interactions that are based on qualitative and quantitative factors
  • What is selective retention an example of, according to the text?

  • Organising
  • Perception
  • Interpretation
  • Selecting (correct)
  • What is the definition of gender according to the text?

    <p>The social and cultural construction of an individual’s sexual identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the halo effect an example of, according to the text?

    <p>Selective retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a type of influence on perception, according to the text?

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

    Study Notes

    Personal Relationships

    • Personal relationships involve emotional bonds between individuals, characterized by mutual respect, affection, and support.
    • Key characteristics include intimacy, commitment, and connection over time.

    Definition of Personal Relationships

    • A personal relationship is defined as a connection that significantly affects the individuals involved, often including emotional closeness and interdependence.

    Selective Retention

    • Selective retention refers to the tendency to remember information that supports one’s own beliefs or values, filtering out contradictory information.

    Definition of Gender

    • Gender is defined as the socially constructed roles, behaviors, and identities associated with being male or female, distinct from biological sex.

    Halo Effect

    • The halo effect is a cognitive bias where the perception of one positive trait (e.g., attractiveness) influences the perception of other traits (e.g., intelligence or character).

    Types of Influence on Perception

    • Influences on perception can include cultural background, past experiences, and social context. One option listed is not recognized as a type of influence.

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    Explore the concepts of personal relationships, qualitative and quantitative aspects, and influences on interpersonal communication. Dive into topics like uniqueness, commitment, relationship rules, and contextual factors.

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