Nonverbal Communication: Body Movement and Paralanguage
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What is the study of body movement known as?

  • Proxemics
  • Personal presentation
  • Paralanguage
  • Kinesics (correct)

    • Which aspect of communication does paralanguage deal with?

  • Symbolic aspects
  • Vocal aspects (correct)
  • Spatial aspects
  • Physical aspects

    • What does personal presentation include?

  • Posture, gestures, and facial expressions
  • Clothing, grooming, and touch (correct)
  • Intimate, personal, social, and public zones
  • Pitch, volume, and rate of voice

    • What are visual communication aids primarily used for?

    <p>Training, education, advertising, and organizational communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can nonverbal communication perform various functions in relation to verbal communication?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the disadvantages of visual communication aids?

    <p>They can be misleading or irrelevant if not designed properly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can visual communication aids benefit diverse audiences?

    <p>They can simplify complex information and increase retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of nonverbal communication in relation to verbal communication?

    <p>To regulate or control the flow of the verbal message</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the uses of visual communication aids according to the text?

    <p>For training and education purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does nonverbal communication add to or emphasize the verbal message?

    <p>By smiling as you say 'It is nice to meet you'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can benefit from visual communication aids according to the text?

    <p>People with special needs such as sign language or braille</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of messages can nonverbal communication deny or contradict?

    <p>Verbal messages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of visual communication aids mentioned in the text?

    <p>Pictures, posters, graphs, diagrams, charts, and billboards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential disadvantage of visual and audio-visual communication aids mentioned in the text?

    <p>High initial and operating costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor can hinder visual and audio-visual communication aids, according to the text?

    <p>Network and reception failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can make visual and audio-visual communication aids inaccessible or unusable for certain individuals?

    <p>Illiteracy and incompatible devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do visual and audio-visual communication aids potentially impact face-to-face social interaction?

    <p>Reduce the need and opportunity for face-to-face social interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some potential weaknesses of visual and audio-visual communication aids mentioned in the text?

    <p>High cost, network failure, illiteracy, reduced social interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential disadvantage of visual and audio-visual communication aids?

    <p>Enhanced social interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the barriers to audio, visual, and audio-visual communication mentioned in the text?

    <p>Lack of compatible devices or features</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is highlighted as essential for ensuring reliable and stable audio, visual, and audio-visual communication?

    <p>Adequate network and reception</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a requirement for the sender and receiver to be able to communicate using visual and audio-visual aids according to the text?

    <p>Functional and operational devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of communication is affected by the lack of a common language between the sender and receiver?

    <p>Verbal communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is recommended to overcome the barrier related to electric power in visual and audio-visual communication?

    <p>Having backup or alternative sources of electric power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What issue can compromise the privacy and security of the sender and receiver in visual and audio-visual communication?

    <p>Network and reception failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a factor that may prevent the sender and receiver from being able to communicate using visual and audio-visual aids?

    <p>High cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of information misuse in visual and audio-visual communication mentioned in the text?

    <p>Compromised privacy and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor is crucial for preventing unauthorized access, use, or disclosure of information in visual and audio-visual communication?

    <p>Proper functioning of devices and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is highlighted as a necessity for individuals involved in visual and audio-visual communication according to the text?

    <p>Language fluency</p> Signup and view all the answers

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