Discuss how nonverbal communication functions in everyday life. Include in your discussion the ways that nonverbal messages interact with verbal messages
What will be an ideal response?
? Verbal and nonverbal communication cannot be separated. Every message we send has both elements present.
? Nonverbal and verbal messages can match and help clarify messages (Congruent). They can also contradict messages (Incongruent). The two kinds of messages work together to help us interact with and understand each other better.
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