Which of the following definitions best characterizes the field of communication studies?

a. The study of the production and uses of symbols in specific contexts to enable the dynamics of systems, society and culture
b. The study of the relationships between personality, social contexts and symbols
c. The study of the role of communication in managing social and cultural systems
d. The study of verbal and nonverbal symbols as it relates to individuals, culture, and society


Answer a

Communication & Mass Media

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a. directly advance the Constitution’s express protection of free and fair elections b. are essential to protect elections from corruption c. advance the core purpose of the First Amendment d. unconstitutionally restrict the freedom of speech protected by the First Amendment

Communication & Mass Media

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Fill in the blanks with correct word

Communication & Mass Media

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Communication & Mass Media

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Communication & Mass Media