Two strangers meet on a train. Despite speaking the same language, they are never able to reach a common understanding about their experiences, nor do they have a common set of knowledge, with neither being able to take the perspective of the other. What is NEVER achieved in this interaction?

A. groupthink
B. stereotypes
C. interaction
D. intersubjectivity


Answer: D

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