Models of Mass Communication

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What is a common cause of misunderstanding in communication?

  • Sending too many messages
  • Speaking too loudly
  • Using complex vocabulary
  • Lack of familiarity with the situation or receiver (correct)

What is a guiding principle in understanding the nature of communication?

  • Communication is always automatic and predictable
  • Communication is random and chaotic
  • Communication has no impact on relationships
  • Communication is inevitable, irreversible, and unrepeatable (correct)

What principle of ethical communication involves showing and maintaining professional maturity?

  • Being dishonest
  • Engaging in active listening
  • Withholding judgment
  • Accepting responsibility (correct)

Which term best describes communication that relies on symbols to convey meaning?

<p>Nonverbal communication (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In ethical communication, what does it mean to engage in active listening?

<p>Listen attentively without interrupting (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a barrier to effective communication as mentioned in the text?

<p>Easy expression of ideas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of communication involves conveying information to a large audience?

<p>Public communication (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which form of communication is characterized by individuals engaging in overt and covert transmission?

<p>Interpersonal communication (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of dynamic communication as described in the text?

<p>Irreversible and constantly changing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of communication involves an ongoing exchange of meaning-sharing information?

<p>Continuous communication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In interpersonal communication, what does dyadic communication refer to?

<p>Communication between 2 people (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does nonverbal communication primarily rely on?

<p>Facial expressions, gestures, and body language (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which model of communication considers it as a two-way process involving feedback?

<p>Interaction model (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the cultural context in communication refer to?

<p>An individual's self-concept and self-perception in relation to their cultural background (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of nonverbal communication?

<p>Verbal language (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary ethical consideration in communication?

<p>Respecting the dignity and rights of all individuals involved (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential barrier to effective communication?

<p>Cultural differences and misunderstandings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'object language' refer to in nonverbal communication?

<p>The intentional or unintentional display of materials (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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