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Which type of communication is generally considered more credible?
Which type of communication is generally considered more credible?
What does nonverbal communication being more ambiguous suggest?
What does nonverbal communication being more ambiguous suggest?
What type of nonverbal communication is emulated by the use of emoticons?
What type of nonverbal communication is emulated by the use of emoticons?
What type of proxemics is typically observed in a workplace setting?
What type of proxemics is typically observed in a workplace setting?
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What function of nonverbal communication is exhibited when emphasizing a word by raising one's voice?
What function of nonverbal communication is exhibited when emphasizing a word by raising one's voice?
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What principle of nonverbal communication is demonstrated when someone appears upset but claims to be fine?
What principle of nonverbal communication is demonstrated when someone appears upset but claims to be fine?
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What is the study of human movement and facial expressions known as?
What is the study of human movement and facial expressions known as?
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What function is displayed when someone loudly denies being angry while displaying anger?
What function is displayed when someone loudly denies being angry while displaying anger?
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What type of gestures is Michael using when he points to his watch due to impatience?
What type of gestures is Michael using when he points to his watch due to impatience?
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Which manipulation of nonverbal communication is T-Pain's use of Auto-Tune an example of?
Which manipulation of nonverbal communication is T-Pain's use of Auto-Tune an example of?
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Which of the following statements about nonverbal communication is true?
Which of the following statements about nonverbal communication is true?
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Silence can be used to signal dominance in a conversation. Is this statement true or false?
Silence can be used to signal dominance in a conversation. Is this statement true or false?
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Co-cultures include all of the following features EXCEPT:
Co-cultures include all of the following features EXCEPT:
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The degree to which an individual perceives themselves as a 'good' member of their group is referred to as what?
The degree to which an individual perceives themselves as a 'good' member of their group is referred to as what?
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In a high-power distance culture, how are individuals in high-status positions treated compared to those of lesser status?
In a high-power distance culture, how are individuals in high-status positions treated compared to those of lesser status?
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To effectively communicate with Joe, who is from a low-context culture, what should Maria be advised to do?
To effectively communicate with Joe, who is from a low-context culture, what should Maria be advised to do?
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Which countries are known to have low-context cultures?
Which countries are known to have low-context cultures?
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What term describes the degree to which an individual evaluates other cultures from their own perspective and often feels negative towards those deemed inferior?
What term describes the degree to which an individual evaluates other cultures from their own perspective and often feels negative towards those deemed inferior?
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What aspect of Hofstede’s cultural dimensions does Juan’s culture, characterized by luxury and extravagance, represent?
What aspect of Hofstede’s cultural dimensions does Juan’s culture, characterized by luxury and extravagance, represent?
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Cultural intelligence does not include which of the following components?
Cultural intelligence does not include which of the following components?
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In Milagros' tribe, bravery is taught as a core principle that individuals must adhere to. What does bravery represent in this context?
In Milagros' tribe, bravery is taught as a core principle that individuals must adhere to. What does bravery represent in this context?
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African Americans, Bisexuals, and Irish Americans are examples of what sociocultural categorization?
African Americans, Bisexuals, and Irish Americans are examples of what sociocultural categorization?
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What best describes the process of listening compared to hearing?
What best describes the process of listening compared to hearing?
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Which listening style is primarily concerned with the emotions of others?
Which listening style is primarily concerned with the emotions of others?
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What is a traditional conversation known as?
What is a traditional conversation known as?
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If Jules is trying to grasp the concepts presented in his professor's lecture, he is engaged in which type of listening?
If Jules is trying to grasp the concepts presented in his professor's lecture, he is engaged in which type of listening?
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When a professor listens to a student's speech primarily to evaluate it, which type of listening is demonstrated?
When a professor listens to a student's speech primarily to evaluate it, which type of listening is demonstrated?
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Which of the following is not considered a type of listening?
Which of the following is not considered a type of listening?
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What type of listening is Meno displaying when he ignores evidence of cheating?
What type of listening is Meno displaying when he ignores evidence of cheating?
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In Johari's window, Cory’s lack of knowledge about his own cooking skills represents which window pane?
In Johari's window, Cory’s lack of knowledge about his own cooking skills represents which window pane?
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The theory that relationships are formed based on the balance of rewards and costs is known as:
The theory that relationships are formed based on the balance of rewards and costs is known as:
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In which stage of relationship deterioration does interaction become limited?
In which stage of relationship deterioration does interaction become limited?
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Study Notes
Nonverbal Communication
- Nonverbal communication is often more ambiguous than verbal communication.
- Nonverbal communication is less credible than verbal communication.
- Nonverbal communication can be used to complement, accent, repeat, and regulate verbal communication.
- Nonverbal communication can contradict verbal communication.
- Nonverbal communication is often multi-channeled.
- Kinesics is the study of human movement, gestures, and facial expression.
- Vocalics involves how we use our voices to communicate.
- Chronemics is the study of how we use time to communicate.
- Proxemics is the study of how we use space to communicate.
- Haptics is the study of how we use touch to communicate.
- Physical appearance is a nonverbal communication code.
- Emoticons can emulate nonverbal communication codes.
- Silence can be used to signal dominance.
- We signal relationship intimacy by making eye contact.
Culture
- Culture is learned, communicated, layered, lived, and shared.
- Co-cultures are cultures that exist within a larger dominant culture.
- Cultures have values, beliefs, norms, and rules.
- Cultures can be high- or low-power distance cultures, where people in high-status positions are treated better than those with lower status.
- Ethnocentrism is the degree to which an individual views the world from their own culture's perspective.
- Stereotypes are generalizations about a group of people.
- Prejudice is a negative attitude toward a group of people.
- Discrimination is the unequal treatment of a group of people.
Listening
- Listening is a conscious, deliberate, and effortful process that involves both auditory and visual cues.
- Internal factors, such as illness, stress, hunger, and fatigue, can impact our attention level.
- There are several types of listening, including listening to comprehend, analyze, support, and appreciate.
- There are several types of poor listening habits, including interrupting, daydreaming, pseudo-listening, emotional-listening, and insulated listening.
- Johari's Window is a model that shows how people can share, and not share, information about themselves. Some information may be open, blind, hidden, unknown, or closed.
Relationships
- The more time we spend with someone, the more information we are likely to share about ourselves.
- There are several factors that influence how people form relationships, including physical and social attraction, as well as proximity.
- Relationships can be formed through direct interaction, shared interests, and contact frequency.
- The rewards of being in a relationship have to outweigh the costs in order for the person to stay in the relationship. This idea is known as exchange theory.
- There are different levels of intimacy in relationships that can be influenced by disclosure, intimacy, and emotional support.
- Pop culture can have a strong influence on people's perceptions of attractiveness.
Relationship Deterioration and Maintenance
- The stages of relationship deterioration are differentiating, circumscribing, stagnating, avoiding, and terminating.
- During relationship maintenance, partners use certain strategies to maintain equality in the relationship.
- There are different types of relational communication, including dialogue, discourse, debate, and diatribe.
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Explore the nuances of nonverbal communication and its pivotal role in cultural interactions. This quiz covers various aspects of nonverbal cues, including kinesics, vocalics, and proxemics, highlighting their importance in human interaction. Test your understanding of how these communication forms impact social relationships and cultural expressions.
