Which of the following represents the definition of roletaking?

a) Paying attention to the audience and adapting to quizzical looks or signs of boredom
b) Imagining the audience's reactions or concerns prior to the presentation
c) Multi-channel messages that help one understand the audience
d) Selecting meaning from within ourselves to attach to another person's signs and symbols


ANS: b

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