5 Questions
What percentage of a message's effect is carried by words, according to communication researcher Mehrabian?
7%
According to Birdwhistell, what percentage of all our social interactions do spoken words account for?
30-35%
Which aspect of communication carries 55% of the social meaning of the messages we send to others?
Visual
What is the study of posture, movement, gestures, and facial expression called?
Kinesics
Which type of non-verbal communication involves the use of time, such as punctuality or the speed of speech?
Chronemics
Study Notes
Nonverbal Communication
- 7% of a message's effect is carried by words, according to communication researcher Mehrabian.
- Spoken words account for only 7% of all our social interactions, according to Birdwhistell.
- Facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice carry 55% of the social meaning of the messages we send to others.
- Kinesics is the study of posture, movement, gestures, and facial expression.
- Chronemics is the type of non-verbal communication that involves the use of time, such as punctuality or the speed of speech.
Test your understanding of non-verbal communication with this quiz. Explore the subtle hints, suggestions, and indications conveyed through actions and signals. Discover how non-verbal cues can speak louder than words and learn to differentiate between verbal and non-verbal meanings.
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