While talking with his grandfather, George says, "I hate girls!" His grandfather laughs and says, "I hate boys!" They both laugh and George says, "You are just teasing me!" This is an example of ________.
A. a central route to persuasion
B. a double bind
C. metacommunication
D. a mixed message
Answer: C
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