Bales found that most task-oriented groups spend 40% talking about task and 60% on social relational and maintenance matters

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.


Answer: False

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In the Central Information Processing Route, the receiver consciously and directly focuses on the persuasive communication while mentally elaborating on the issues and seeking more information

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A(n) ______ in a speech describes the behavior that you want your listeners to follow after they have heard your arguments.

a. sectional transition b. appeal to action c. attention-getter d. signpost

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Communication researcher Burgoon and her team (2014) used sophisticated computer-assisted behavioral observation tools to study nonverbal behavior and found that in a U.S. sample, deceivers:

A. were concise and preferred direct eye contact. B. used less illustrator gestures to redirect conversation. C. were less creative in their speech. D. used less lip adaptors, such as biting.

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What is the first rule for using explanation?

A) Use language the audience understands. B) Break down a situation into four parts. C) Thoroughly understand the situation yourself. D) Use technical language.

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